Press Release

Central St. Landry Economic Development District Selects Retail Strategies as Retail Recruitment Partner

published: August 19, 2019
5:41 pm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Michelle Moultrie
Retail Strategies
mmoultrie@retailstrategies.com

BIRMINGHAM, AL (August 30, 2019) – The Central St. Landry Economic Development District (CSLEDD) of Louisiana, a division of St. Landry Economic Development, has partnered with Retail Strategies to assist with market analysis and recruitment of retail, restaurant, and hospitality brands. The CSLEDD encompasses a large geography that forms the central backbone of commerce along the I-49 Interstate Corridor in St. Landry Parish, the heart of Cajun/Creole Culture and the Gateway to the Acadiana Region.

“The CSLEDD is primarily focused on building foundational capacity for economic development through, planning, infrastructure and aesthetic improvements along this fast-growing commercial corridor. Engaging the Retail Strategies’ network was a natural fit to complement CSLEDD’s ongoing work by identifying appropriate retail and food related storefront tenants that fulfill this growing capacity along the I-49 Corridor,” said Bill Rodier, CEO and Director of St. Landry Economic Development.

We are confident that this partnership with Retail Strategies will further accelerate the renaissance of dynamic growth we are now experiencing.”
Bill rodier, ceo and director of st. landry economic development

“I am thrilled to be working alongside the Central St. Landry Economic Development District and the Parish Economic Development team,” said Sarah Beth Thornton, Business Developer for Retail Strategies. “The parish leadership has done a fantastic job in their strategic plans for economic growth, and I look forward to building upon the current retail base to bring in new retail options that will thrive!”

About The Central St. Landry Economic Development District

The Central St. Landry Economic Development District, formerly known as the Harry Guilbeau Economic Development District, was expanded in 2016 to encompass 5.3 miles of interstate frontage along I-49 Interstate. It also includes artery feeders branches off the I-49 to parallel commercial corridors. For more information, visit www.opportunitystlandry.com.

About Retail Strategies

Retail Strategies is a leading national advisory firm focused on retail market analysis, strategic planning, retail recruitment and development. Our mission is to provide the real estate expertise, tools and human effort that position deserving towns as alluring locations for national businesses. With confidence, we pursue this mission by delivering unparalleled customer service as a unified team with unmatched real estate expertise. Our activities pay a return in sales taxes, added jobs, and businesses that enhance and add to the unique qualities of your community.

What do you need?

John Feary

City Manager

Claremore, OK

Service: Small Business Support

We are excited to have a turnkey program that supports all sectors — retail services, restaurants, traditional retail, and landlords. This platform will empower our small business owners with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed.

Andrea de la Rosa

Assistant Director of Small Business Development

City of Bloomington

Service: Retail Strategies

I really enjoyed the meeting with Laura Marinos and Jennifer Gregory of Retail Strategies! They were very informative and supportive. They gave me so much information and tips for taking my business to the next level in the marketing area where I lack tremendously. I finally decided on a new name so I will be putting their tools into action soon!

Stacy Grant

Business Owner

Youngstown OH

Service: Retail Strategies

Retail Strategies has been an incredible asset to both my clients and me in deal-making. Their folks do a great job of listening to retailers’ requirements and providing value. They’ve proven to be a strong conduit between municipalities and retailers supporting growth through connections.

Casey Smallwood

SVP, Managing Principal & Market Leader, SRS Real Estate Partners

Service: Retail Strategies

I would highly recommend Retail Strategies. They have been a great partner to the Hendry County Economic Development Council in our recruitment efforts to bring more retail opportunities to the county. Their experience, knowledge, and relationships throughout the retail community combined with their friendly approach has made them a valued partner in our community’s growth efforts.

Keitha Daniels

Executive Director of the Hendry County Economic Development Council

Hendry County, Florida

Service: Downtown Strategies

The thing that we really liked about Retail Strategies is that they work together with you and the community. We had to put together an executive committee that consists of some town employees, officials, some citizens and plus myself from the chamber. Retail Strategies has a very diverse background. They have people that are from economic development, they have people that were realtors, they have people that are downtown development directors, people that are in tourism, people that are in retail, so they really have all avenues.