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Headquartered in Williamsburg, Virginia, Ariel Preferred Retail Group operates a national portfolio of seven outlet centers in six states, totaling 1.3 million square feet of retail space. The Ariel executives, in partnership with their retail tenants have been key in developing and operating some of the most exciting and innovative shopping experiences in the world. For both shoppers and tenants, our Preferred Outlets benefit from: An exciting merchandise mix Decades of value retail management and leasing expertise Trusted partnerships with top brand names Proactive, hands-on problem solving Innovative programs Merchandising strategies Proven and desirable locations Senior Management Team Ariel's management includes James S. Harris, President, and Donald E. Chapman, Executive Vice President. Both were senior executives of the McArthur/Glen Group, one of the pioneers of the value retail industry and a leading developer and owner of outlet center properties. It was there that they gained years of outlet center expertise in areas ranging from strategic and master planning of retail developments to merchandising, design and operations. During their tenure at McArthur/Glen, the firm became the largest and most highly regarded group of outlet shopping centers in America. For nearly two decades, James Harris and Don Chapman have been instrumental in some highly defining advancements for the shopping center industry.