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How Housing Development Impacts the Economy
How Housing Development Impacts the Economy Housing development is an important component of economic growth in the United States. The construction of new homes and apartments creates jobs, generates income, and contributes to economic activity….

By Adam Pryor
Brea Chamber of Commerce
What Happens When Malls Fail to Redevelop?
During the Covid-19 shutdown in April 2020, like other businesses, malls were hit hard. Shopping malls were already seeing a decrease in in-store shopping before the pandemic due to e-commerce sites like Amazon, Wayfair, and eBay. Enter a global pandemic, and it would almost certainly create a recipe for failure-or so we thought.

By Kris Adler
Brea Chamber of Commerce
The Evolving Mall’s Impact on the Economy and Consumer Behavior
Welcome to the 1980s: There are Malls Everywhere! Shopping centers in America were first introduced in the early 1900s and developed with consumer interest in mind – a place for people to get their shopping…

By Kailey Gaffikin
Brea Chamber of Commerce
Why Development is Vital to the Future of a City
Why Development is Vital to the Future of a City In Orange County, residential development projects are proposed across California to address the state’s urgent need for accessible and affordable housing. As proposed developments reach…

By Kailey Gaffikin
Brea Chamber of Commerce
Brea Chamber Launches SOURCE
Welcome to Source, the trusted information source for the Brea business community. This new resource is just one of many new initiatives that the Brea Chamber of Commerce is launching to serve the business community,…

By Eric Padilla
Owner, Palatable Promotions
Chair of the Board, Brea Chamber of Commerce