Dave Brennan has a Ph.D. from Kent State University, 12 years of business experience (Target Corp., Continental Tire and Travelers Insurance) and 34 years of teaching experience (Minnesota State-Mankato, Kent State, Bemidji State, University of Minnesota and the University of St. Thomas). He is a professor of marketing and co-director of the Institute for Retailing Excellence at St. Thomas. He is also an active researcher, consultant and media source in the areas of marketing and business planning for retailers, suppliers and cities. His research focuses on discounting, especially Walmart and Target; shopping centers, particularly the Mall of America; retail industry structure; and retail consumer behavior.