Capital Rivers Connect
The Capital Rivers Connect news page is a comprehensive resource for businesses and communities looking to stay ahead of the curve in the retail industry. It features a range of informative and engaging posts, including articles, interviews, reports, and podcasts, that cover the latest trends, best practices, and success stories in the field.
This first part of our series outlines a clear approach for cities to build an actionable economic development plan. From studying neighboring markets to aligning with city councils, these steps provide a practical framework for driving sustainable growth and long-term community success.
The City of Greenfield invites business owners, residents, and community members to share ideas and feedback about downtown’s future. This is your chance to influence new businesses, beautification projects, and the city’s vision.
ICSC Las Vegas 2025 brought together over 25,000 professionals to explore trends in hotel investment, shifting CRE strategies, experiential retail, redevelopment, and how cities are redefining economic growth with clearer branding, better data, and proactive planning.
Explore how smarter city development strategy can emerge when municipalities and developers align on data, goals, and communication. This episode dives into the real challenges behind public-private partnerships—and the innovative tools cities can use to attract quality investment and long-term growth.
Lathrop, California is attracting national retailers through incentives, fast-tracked permitting, and a business-friendly approach, as explained by Economic Development Administrator Shelly Burcham.
TeamCalifornia helps California cities attract business by promoting them at national trade shows, connecting public and private stakeholders, and amplifying community assets to support economic growth.
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