Capital Rivers Connect

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 s...

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...

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.

She crisscrosses the country, attends over 40 trade shows each year and is leading the effort to promote economic development across California. In this episode, Capital Rivers Commercial CEO Greg Aguirre invites TeamCalifornia President & CEO Robin Reimold to share the impact of her organization, and why it's important for every city, county and EDC across the state to participate.

It's a hidden gem in the Golden State, and with millions in retail leakage to nearby cities, Galt offers many development opportunities, anchored by its already thriving Galt Market. In this episode, Capital Rivers Executive Vice-President Matt Tate calls on Galt Interim Community Development Director Amie Mendes to share why she loves Galt, and why the community needs more retail and dining...

Want the best tamales in California, an amazing zoo in a natural setting, and mix of artisans and innovators to inspire your business? Atascadero checks all of those boxes, and more. In this episode, Capital Rivers Host Brian Bushlach invites Loreli Cappel, Deputy Director of Economic & Community Development, to share her lifelong love of this beautiful place.

With California's power grid maxed out and more & more EV's hitting the road every day, the question is what's next? In this episode, Capital Rivers Commercial CEO Greg Aguirre invites Bill Elrick, Executive Director of the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Partnership (H2FCP) to share why this clean energy option may be the answer.

There's no shortage of buzzwords in commercial real estate, and many fall under the category of "economic development". Alyce Brown is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Backing Small Consulting, LLC and brings a different approach. Her experience in tourism and hospitality brings a fresh perspective, which she shares with Capital Rivers Commercial CEO Greg Aguirre. Features: A...

You'll hear a lot about "The FEZ" in this episode, and rightfully so! It stands for Family Entertainment Zone and Manteca officials are excited about what it'll add to their already family-friendly city. In this episode, CRC Connect Host Brian Bushlach welcomes Capital Rivers EVP Matthew Tate and Barb Harb, Deputy Director of Economic Development for the City of Manteca.

As the hub for Butte County, Chico has long been a magnet for families living up & down the I-5 corridor, and those in the eastern foothills of the Sierra Nevada range. In this episode, Capital Rivers CEO Greg Aguirre welcomes Carrie Welch and Kelsey Watt to the the family, and they share the opportunities and challenges in the Chico market.

It's a cliche because it's true: All real estate is local, and while many west coast markets struggle with high office vacancy rates and troubled assets, there are numerous markets where downtown real estate is coveted. Redding is red hot, and nobody knows the market better than veteran broker Chris Haedrich, who recently merged with Capital Rivers Commercial. In this download, Chris joi...

Let's face it, 2023 was a challenging year in the commercial real estate market. With the failure of Silicon Valley Bank, rapidly rising interest rates, and a slowing economy, it was an adventure. The good news is the market has adjusted to the new norm, and it's truly a professionals market- where deals that make sense and pencil are getting done, and those based on speculation don&apos...

Few commercial real estate executives know the highways & byways of our state like Capital Rivers' Greg Aguirre. Greg criss-crosses California meeting & greeting local officials, finding opportunities and making deals. In this episode, he recaps his trip to Greenfield with Assistant City Manager Paul Mugan, who shares why he and other community leaders welcome development opportunitie...

Regardless of what you hear about clean energy, the fact is that oil is still the main ingredient in many consumer products we enjoy every day. That's where Taft comes in: Situated at the convergence of two major oil fields, with access to the state's major rail and highways, Taft is enjoying a resurgence and seeking retailers to serve this growing community. Capital Rivers CEO Greg Agui...

If you could navigate the entitlement process and get your building permit in 4-5 months, would that interest you in developing real estate? The answer is obviously a resounding "YES" and that's one reason Banning is attracting  businesses. In this episode, Capital Rivers CEO Greg Aguirre gets a report from Marisol Lopez, Banning's Economic Development Manager, who shares devel...

Founded 100 years ago in the heart of the lush Central Valley, Chowchilla is a close knit and safe community poised for smart growth. In this episode, Capital Rivers CEO Greg Aguirre connects with Mark Hamilton, Director of Community and Economic Development, to learn more about opportunities in Chowchilla.

After a pandemic-induced influx of residents, Shasta EDC is aggressively seeking development opportunities and fast-tracking projects as they strive to provide in-demand retail and the industrial to support it. In this download, Capital Rivers Commercial CEO Greg Aguirre invites Shasta EDC President Todd Jones to share what he and his team are doing to facilitate growth and serve their communities...

While developers and businesses battle with politics, red tape and rising costs in many cities across the state, Los Banos takes a very different approach. In this episode, Capital Rivers CEO Greg Aguirre welcomes Los Banos Community and Economic Development Director Stacy Souza Elms who shares how she and city leaders have streamlined the process and have numerous opportunities available.

We hit the mid-point of '22 and it's without question the most interesting, uncertain period that anyone can remember. That includes commercial real estate veterans who endured the double digit interest rates of the early 1980's and the S&L meltdown a decade later. This time really is different! In this episode, Capital Rivers Commercial President & CEO Greg Aguirre offers h...

Solving the housing crisis, particularly affordable housing, will take a fresh partnership between the public and private sectors because the status quo obviously isn't working. So where do we start? How do we work together? What realistic, attainable goals can we strive for? To answer those questions and more, Capital Rivers CEO Greg Aguirre calls on Josh Palmer, who knows how to navigate th...