In this episode of the Dahlem Realty Company Podcast, Jim and Charlie Dahlem sit down with Lacy Beasley, President of Retail Strategies — a leading full-service advisory firm helping municipalities attract and retain retail and restaurant businesses. Lacy shares her journey into commercial real estate, the inspiration behind starting Retail Strategies, and the process her team uses to guide communities toward successful retail growth. She discusses real-world success stories, the challenges of community pushback, and why a strong retail base is essential for smaller towns. Plus, learn about her innovative “Retail Academy” seminars and how they’re empowering local leaders to transform their communities.