Websites and even Google Search will will soon be dinosaurs thanks to the power and intuition of artificial intelligence. In this timely episode, Capital Rivers Connect Executive VP Matthew Tate welcomes Richard Tattory, Founder of NextTown AI, to share the latest AI insight that's driving visits, trips and dollars to the bottom line of cities and business who know how to leverage it.

Imagine taking Costco from concept to ribbon cutting in just 6 months. Yuba County delivered, sending a statement to developers across the country that their "Yes to Yuba" slogan is more than just marketing. In this episode, Capital Rivers Connect EVP Matthew Tate hosts a conversation with Yuba County Deputy Director of Planning and Economic Development Rachel Olson.

While many cities struggle with economic development and attracting retailers, Roseville got it right a long time ago and continues to rank as a desirable destination to live, work and play. In this episode, Capital Rivers Connect Executive Vice-President Matthew Tate invites Roseville Economic Development Manager Wayne Wiley and Economic Development Analyst Gina McColl to share their secrets of success.

In this episode Capital Rivers Executive Vice President Mathew Tate explores Pittsburg, California. Mayor Jelani Killings and Jordan Davis, Director of Community and Economic Development, share what sets their city and development approach apart.

It's a cliche that you "can't have your cake and eat it too". In commercial real estate, that often means choosing between growth and livability. Eastvale is proving that cities can grow fast without compromising safety, quality of life, or community standards. In this episode, Capital Rivers Commercial CEO Greg Aguirre talks with City Manager Mark Orme and Economic Development Manager Alexander Fung about how the city balances rapid growth with safety, quality of life, and strong community standards. They explore two of the most-visited retail centers in the country, as well as plans for Downtown Eastvale and the city’s business-first mindset.

The Capital Rivers team returns from a successful trip to Vegas for ICSC, where CEO Greg Aguirre and Executive VP Matthew Tate shared their insight and advice, and returned with key takeaways. In this episode, Greg & Matthew recap the event, and offer key advice for cities in the days and weeks following up the event.

As we count down to one of the most anticipated events of the year, ICSC in Las Vegas, Capital Rivers CEO Greg Aguirre and Executive VP Matthew Tate sync up on the Capital Rivers Connect program and why it works so well for both cities and developers. Greg and Matt chat about retail recruitment, and what cities can do to help lure the developers and projects they hope for.

Lathrop lured Tesla and now the city and its residents need businesses to support their growing city. Shelley Burcham is the right person for the job. As one of the most experienced retail recruiters in the state, and perhaps the nation, she's heading to ICSC with incentives for retail partners. In this episode, she shares her expertise with Capital Rivers Connect EVP Matthew Tate.