Michael Ratner, a consultant specializing in the retail construction and design fields, works with clients to analyze and solve retail design and construction challenges.

Former Chairman and CEO of Richter+Ratner, a 98 year-old family business and leading New York-based construction firm, Michael greatly expanded and built the firm into one of the nation’s premier retail construction companies. His vast experience and stellar reputation have enabled him to develop a client list tantamount to a Who’s Who in the architectural, interior design and retail industries.

Today, his technical background and 40-year track record building flagship stores, rollouts, and high-profile projects in both the design and construction arenas enable Michael to advise a wide array of clients on projects large and small, from concept to completion. Additionally, Michael’s success stems from his total commitment to customer relationships, personal attention, honesty, and reliability.

The current challenging business climate requires timely, cost-effective, efficient, environmentally sound strategies. Michael thoroughly understands and values the collaborative process and personally works with clients to achieve their goals.

“Use my past to help secure your future,” says Michael Ratner.

At A Glance

From the start, Michael H. Ratner Consulting works with clients to define and select the best approach to managing a project.  Applying his extensive experience and specialized knowledge to understanding your needs and objectives, Michael can assemble a winning team, find the best real estate professionals, suitable locations, architect, and construction firm. 

Michael’s longstanding relationships with architects and owners, contractors in the commercial, institutional and retail worlds, subcontractors in every trade, and thorough knowledge of industry standards and practices enables clients to prevent costly mistakes and ensures timely and successful execution of projects.