Jim Hunt of Amazing Cities with Cindy Stewart the Future of Retail for Cities and Towns In this episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast, Jim Hunt interviews Cindy Stewart Future of Retail for Cities and Towns How the mix of retails determines the success of downtown retails The impact of COVID on downtown retail and how to address it What’s the impact of technology and automation in the retail environment? ICSC, NLC and private businesses how they can work together for an Amazing City Opportunity for the new working environment Opportunity with vacant lots, back alleys and domestic tourism And, much more   7 Steps to an Amazing City:   Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness   Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode.   Links Mentions During Show:   https://bearingadvisors.net/ https://world-kinect.com/ AmazingCities.org LocalGovPodcasts.com   About Cynthia Stewart: Cynthia Stewart brings more than 20 years of experience in retail real estate advocacy having served as a senior community relations and public policy executive with the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), fostering a commitment to public-private partnerships and corporate social responsibility. She grew her career building bridges between the public and private sectors. She creates opportunities for connection, communication, and collaboration focusing on emerging issues, removing obstacles, and enhancing quality of life in communities both large and small Cynthia is the co-author of Development in Underserved Retail Markets, published by ICSC and currently serves on the Steering Committee for Chicago TREND, a social enterprise focused on neighborhood transforming catalytic retail development.  She is a 2019 graduate of the Johns Hopkins Institute for Corporate Social Responsibility with a commitment to excellence, integrity, accountability, and inclusion. Cynthia is a travel maven. Italy is a frequent destination. With a passion for photography, cooking, and curated adventure (think zip lining, hot air balloons, skydiving), she also loves to end a day with a nice glass of prosecco while spending time with family and friends.   About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City.   Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City”   Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine.   Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad.   Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.   Amazing City Resources:   Buy Jim’s Popular Books: The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city   Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too   FREE White Paper: “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” AmazingCities.org/10-Steps   Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at AmazingCities.org/Speaking   Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting   Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development   Develop a Podcast for Your Amazing City: Discover more at LocalGovPodcasts.com Request a Podcast