{"id":183330,"date":"2026-04-02T12:24:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T12:24:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/183330\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T12:24:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T12:24:39","slug":"skechers-debuts-new-technology-at-manhattan-beach-store-daily-breeze","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/183330\/","title":{"rendered":"Skechers debuts new technology at Manhattan Beach store \u2013 Daily Breeze"},"content":{"rendered":"

Editor\u2019s note: The Beach Reporter has launched a local business column by staff writer Michael Hixon. The Business Beat column will appear monthly. If you have beach cities business tips, contact mhixon@scng.com.<\/p>\n

Skechers debuted an interactive hologram shopping experience with celebrity ambassador and \u201cAmerica\u2019s Got Talent\u201d star Howie Mandel at its Manhattan Beach store on March 27.<\/p>\n

The technology, Proto Hologram, allows holograms, artificial intelligence and other advanced technology, to help customers interact with ambassadors like Mandel and explore what Skechers and its retail stores around the world have to offer.<\/p>\n

Mandel was joined by Skechers co-founder\/President Michael Greenberg and Proto Hologram founder David Nussbaum at the unveiling of the new technology.<\/p>\n

The hologram features Mandel telling about his love of Skechers years before he became associated with the company.<\/p>\n

\u201cI love the Slip-ins\u201d said Mandel at the March 27 event where dozens lined up to meet the comedian. \u201cI got a discount because the person behind the counter assumed I was an ambassador. I took the discount, and I\u2019ve been paying them back ever since because I didn\u2019t deserve it at the time.\u201d<\/p>\n

Greenberg opened his flagship store in Manhattan Beach in 1995, and the company has since expanded to 6,000 retail stores in 1,800 countries around the world.<\/p>\n

Greenberg said, \u201cI feel retail should be theater.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThere are lots of shoe stores, but we want to be an experience,\u201d Greenberg said at the event. \u201cWe want you to leave here, not only with great product, but that it was enjoyable.\u201d<\/p>\n

Greenberg said Skechers, known as \u201cThe Comfort Technology Company,\u201d is constantly looking for new technology to improve its products, but to also add to the shopping experience. The holograms, he said, can be an ambassador like Mandel, or maybe the products themselves.<\/p>\n

The technology potentially allows someone like Mandel to be in one store, or when the technology expands in hundreds of locations at one time live, and be able to interact with customers.<\/p>\n

Customers also have the ability, Greenberg said, to take a selfie to Mandel and get a discount.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a great sales tool for retail, and it\u2019s engaging and it\u2019s fun,\u201d Greenberg said. \u201cI\u2019m really super excited that we are able to launch this in this store.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mandel said aside from the products Skechers has to offer, it\u2019s a family-run business that gives back to the community, like the Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk in October that helps raise millions for youth with special needs.<\/p>\n

\u201cI don\u2019t think there\u2019s another company per capita of what they take in that gives back as much as this company does,\u201d Mandel said. \u201cSo I feel just being a part of them is good for the planet.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel helped introduce the company\u2019s first hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. Dozens lined up to meet Mandel, who is featured in the Proto Hologram experience. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Roboze,<\/p>\n

Roboze, which produces industrial 3D printing systems, celebrated the grand opening of its U.S. Aerospace and Defense headquarters in El Segundo on March 20, 2026. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Skechers<\/p>\n

Skechers introduced its first hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. Dozens lined up to meet Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel, who is featured in the Proto Hologram experience. Pictured are Proto Hologram founder David Nussbaum, Skechers President Michael Greenberg and Mandel. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Ragin<\/p>\n

Ragin Cajun Cafe is now the Redondo Beach Grill and is now readying for its official opening weekend on April 18 and 19. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

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The Quality Inn & Suites in Hermosa Beach celebrated the completion of a $2.2 million renovation at a ribbon cutting on March 19. (Photo courtesy Faith Garcia, Parable Hospitality)\n<\/p>\n

\"Roboze,<\/p>\n

Roboze, which produces industrial 3D printing systems, celebrated the grand opening of its U.S. Aerospace and Defense headquarters in El Segundo on March 20, 2026. Pictured is Alessio Lorusso, Roboze CEO and founder, at the event. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Roboze,<\/p>\n

Roboze, which produces industrial 3D printing systems, celebrated the grand opening of its U.S. Aerospace and Defense headquarters in El Segundo on March 20, 2026. Pictured are some of the parts produced by Roboze printing. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Skechers<\/p>\n

Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel helped introduce the company\u2019s first hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. Dozens lined up to meet Mandel, who is featured in the Proto Hologram experience. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG))\n<\/p>\n

\"Dozens<\/p>\n

Dozens lined up to meet Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel, who helped introduce the company\u2019s first hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. Mandel, pictured with attendees, is featured in the Proto Hologram experience. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Skechers<\/p>\n

Skechers introduced its first 3D hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. Dozens lined up to meet Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel, who is featured in the Proto Hologram experience. Pictured are Proto Hologram founder David Nussbaum, Skechers President Michael Greenberg and Mandel. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Dozens<\/p>\n

Dozens lined up to meet Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel, who helped introduce the company\u2019s first hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. Mandel, pictured with attendees, is featured in the Proto Hologram experience. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Skechers<\/p>\n

Skechers introduced its first hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. Dozens lined up to meet Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel, who is featured in the Proto Hologram experience. Pictured are Proto Hologram founder David Nussbaum, Skechers President Michael Greenberg and Mandel. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

\"Dozens<\/p>\n

Dozens lined up to meet Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel, who helped introduce the company\u2019s first hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

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Skechers ambassador Howie Mandel helped introduce the company\u2019s first hologram retail experience at its flagship store in Manhattan Beach on March 27, 2026. Dozens lined up to meet Mandel, who is featured in the Proto Hologram experience. (Photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n

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Roboze opens US headquarters in El Segundo<\/p>\n

Roboze, which produces industrial 3D printing systems, celebrated the grand opening of its U.S. Aerospace and Defense headquarters in El Segundo on March 20.<\/p>\n

Roboze, located at 111 Sierra St., specializes in industrial 3D printing that \u201cenable metal replacement, which reduces production time and costs.\u201d<\/p>\n

The facility \u201csupports the domestic production of mission-critical components manufactured with high-performance polymers and composite materials,\u201d according to a press release.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy combining proprietary hardware, materials science, software and embedded Physical AI, Roboze enables the distributed production of high-performance components for aerospace, defense, energy and transportation,\u201d according to the press release. \u201cThrough its global Smart Factory network, Roboze provides certified, repeatable manufacturing solutions where performance, reliability and supply chain resilience are essential.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ragin Cajun Cafe has new name, menu<\/p>\n

The Ragin Cajun Cafe has a new name, look and a new menu, but continues on in the same location.<\/p>\n

Now named the Redondo Beach Grill, the grand opening weekend will be April 18 and 19, but a soft opening is taking place right now.<\/p>\n

The revamped restaurant will continue some of Ragin Cajun\u2019s traditions like deep fried turkeys, live music and decorating for the holidays.<\/p>\n

As part of the opening weekend, DJ Myles Matisse will perform from noon to 2 p.m., and Max 80\u2019s will perform from 2 to 5:30 p.m., on Saturday, April 18.<\/p>\n

Tres Hombres (noon to 1:30 p.m.), Charis and the Groove (2 to 3:30 p.m.),\u00a0 and the Brent George Trio (4 to 5:30 p.m.) will perform Sunday, April 19.<\/p>\n

Current hours are Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n

The Redondo Beach Grill is located at 525 S. Pacific Coast Highway.<\/p>\n

For more information, call , social media, or redondobeachgrill.com when completed.<\/p>\n

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Quality Inn & Suites ribbon cutting<\/p>\n

The Quality Inn & Suites in Hermosa Beach celebrated the completion of a $2.2 million renovation at a ribbon cutting on March 19.<\/p>\n

Included in the renovations were \u201cfloor-to-ceiling\u201d updates in all of its 68 guest rooms, according to a press release, including new flooring to new furnishings.<\/p>\n

There were also and expanded and enhanced lobby, refreshed breakfast and dining area, as well as upstaged outdoor amenities including \u201cumbrellas that allow in more natural light while enchancing views and the breezy coastal setting,\u201d and a new outdoor shower.<\/p>\n

\u201cEvery upgrade was thoughtfully designed with our beachside location in mind,\u201d said Harrison Hardin, general manager of Quality Inn & Suites Hermosa Beach, in a press release. \u201cFrom the welcoming new lobby to refreshed guest rooms and outdoor amenities, the goal was to create a comfortable retreat where guests can relax, connect, and enjoy everything Hermosa Beach has to offer, and a space locals can be proud of.\u201d<\/p>\n

NRB Farmers Market talk<\/p>\n

The North Redondo Beach Business Association hosts a discussion on the new North Redondo Beach Farmers Market on Thursday, April 9, from 7:45 to 9 a.m., at the South Bay Galleria.<\/p>\n

Jim Mueller (founder) and Teresa Mitchell (president) present an update on the new North Redondo Beach Farmers Market, which includes the planned opening date, location, how it all came together, and opportunities for vendors to get involved.The event begins with \u201cCoffee and Connection\u201d at 7:45 a.m., followed by the program beginning at 8 a.m.<\/p>\n

To find the meeting, park on Level 4 of the Galleria Parking Structure, located at 1815 Hawthorne Blvd. Enter the mall and turn left toward AMC South Bay Galleria 16, and the Community Room is located past AMC on the left.<\/p>\n

For more information, email info@nrbba,org.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Editor\u2019s note: The Beach Reporter has launched a local business column by staff writer Michael Hixon. The Business…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":183331,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[35],"tags":[9965,2136,73782,31881,18868,9966,75,9967,84,83,9,24,12,63,31883,9216,88],"class_list":{"0":"post-183330","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-manhattan","8":"tag-beach-cities","9":"tag-california","10":"tag-el-segundo","11":"tag-hermosa-beach","12":"tag-local-business","13":"tag-los-angeles-county","14":"tag-manhattan","15":"tag-manhattan-beach","16":"tag-manhattan-headlines","17":"tag-manhattan-news","18":"tag-new-york","19":"tag-new-york-city","20":"tag-news","21":"tag-nyc","22":"tag-redondo-beach","23":"tag-south-bay","24":"tag-uncategorized"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183330","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=183330"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183330\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/183331"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=183330"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=183330"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=183330"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}