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EDC reports dozens of retail, entertainment and life‑science leads from recent conferences
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Economic development staff reported meetings at ICSC Las Vegas, SelectUSA and upcoming Bio International in Boston with follow‑ups on retail, food and life‑science prospects; staff said many opportunities remain contingent on local zoning and site readiness.
DeSoto economic development staff told the board they completed dozens of business development meetings at recent industry conferences and returned with follow‑up opportunities across retail, food and life‑science sectors.
At the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) conference in Las Vegas, staff reported roughly 34 meetings over 48 hours, including retailers, food‑and‑beverage concepts, data vendors and entertainment concepts. Staff said about 15 new retailer prospects and roughly six development opportunities emerged for further work.
At SelectUSA,…
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