Retail and Americas Road to Economic Recovery

Published: Sept. 8, 2020, 7 a.m.

b'Retail plays a significant role within the nation\\u2019s economic health. About 17 million Americans work for brick and mortar stores, according to Abby Jagoda, vice president of government affairs at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, which specializes in owning, developing, and managing retail assets.\\nAnd despite the narrative that retail is dying to e-commerce, she says, sales at physical stores have climbed in recent years.\\xa0Jagoda joins the podcast to explain the important role retail plays on the road to economic recovery.\\xa0\\nWe also read your letters to the editor and share a good news story about how a classic American company is stepping up to help Hurricane Laura victims.\\xa0\\nEnjoy the show!\\n Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.'