April 1, 2005 - The Paquin Group (www.thepaquingroup.com), a leading provider of healthcare retail consulting services, announced
the signing of a strategic agreement with Retail Construction Services, Inc., one of the nation's foremost retail construction firms.
"This agreement adds to the depth of resources we can make available to our clients. We recognize that partnering with world class companies like Retail Construction Services is critical
to our ability to help hospitals build winning retail endeavors," stated Paquin Group CEO Tony Paquin.
Retail Construction Services Inc. is a 26-year old general contracting company that was created to meet the needs of the expanding retail market, and has been owned and operated by the
same two partners since 1984. In that 20-year period they have built over 5,200 projects, currently building 400+ stores a year throughout the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and the
U.S. Virgin Islands. These projects range from freestanding buildings to stores in strip centers, airports, hotels, and primarily, regional shopping malls. RCS has worked in every state
and currently maintain licenses in all states/municipalities where they are required. RCS has over 60 active retail clients with ongoing retail construction projects. Notable clients
include Ann Taylor, Brooks Brothers, Tommy Bahama, Movado, J. Crew, The Gap, William-Sonoma, Polo Ralph Lauren, the PGA Tour....over 60 national companies.
"This is a tremendous opportunity that will help us further expand our market share in the retail construction field by offering specialized services to the healthcare industry. We
clearly recognize that hospitals are one of the last great frontiers for retail in America. We are very excited to be working with a market leader such as The Paquin Group in this
endeavor," states Steve Bachman, CEO of Retail Construction Services, Inc.
About The Paquin Group
The Paquin Group was founded by Tony Paquin to assist healthcare organizations in analyzing and implementing healthcare retail. The company's core mission is to increase revenue
opportunities and minimize risks for healthcare organizations. As reimbursement rates continue to be pressured downward and expenses continue to rise, new sources for non-reimbursed
revenues are becoming an imperative for healthcare organizations.
The Paquin Group performs a wide spectrum of analytical, evaluation, planning, and implementation consulting services in the areas of new revenue opportunities. We help our clients by
providing the following services:
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Analysis of their current retail operations and opportunities
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Creation of specific business models for new healthcare retail operations
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Implementation of successful retail businesses
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Ongoing consultation to maximize these retail businesses
The Paquin Group has worked extensively with healthcare organizations nationwide in educating healthcare executives on the opportunities and challenges of healthcare retail.
Contact:
Lisa Emmett
Public Relations
415-738-6179
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