Michael Baker, Principal, Baker Consulting
Michael Baker was director of research at the New York-based International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) from 1998 until 2004. In this role he oversaw dozens of industry research studies and surveys, and became one of the most respected shopping center and retail analysts in the US.
Now, based in Sydney, Australia, he works as an independent economic consultant on retail projects worldwide, helping clients to maximize the economic and social value of retail space. He also works with investors to identify and evaluate specific projects and broader industry segments. He helps retailers on their survival and expansion strategies, and advises retail professionals of all kinds on future global retail trends.
Aside from consulting he serves as vice-chair of ICSC’s Asia-Pacific Research Council. He is also an emeritus member of ICSC's North American Research Advisory Task Force. He write a weekly retail column for Fairfax publications (primarily the Sydney Morning Herald and Melbourne Age) and a monthly column on retail property for Inside Retail. He presents frequently to audiences around Australia and the world on global retail topics.
Now, based in Sydney, Australia, he works as an independent economic consultant on retail projects worldwide, helping clients to maximize the economic and social value of retail space. He also works with investors to identify and evaluate specific projects and broader industry segments. He helps retailers on their survival and expansion strategies, and advises retail professionals of all kinds on future global retail trends.
Aside from consulting he serves as vice-chair of ICSC’s Asia-Pacific Research Council. He is also an emeritus member of ICSC's North American Research Advisory Task Force. He write a weekly retail column for Fairfax publications (primarily the Sydney Morning Herald and Melbourne Age) and a monthly column on retail property for Inside Retail. He presents frequently to audiences around Australia and the world on global retail topics.
