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ICSC'S TOM MCGEE Tony Romo, former Dallas Cowboys quarterback, will keynote the ICSC 2019 RECon conference in Las Vegas. Romo’s presentation is being sponsored by LoopNet, a CoStar Group company, and he will share his perspective on leadership and sportsmanship and his unlikely career path to becoming a Pro Bowl football player. Known for his headline grabbing performances on the field. Romo is now tackling the broadcast stage as the lead NFL Game Analyst at CBS Sports. “Tony’s expertise reaches far beyond the football field and we’re thrilled to have him keynote RECon to demonstrate how good leadership and a strong work ethic can drive a person to greatness,” said Tom McGee, ICSC President and CEO. “There’s a lot to learn from perseverance and hard work, and Tony knows this well.” As part of the event, Romo will take part in a contest giving a RECon attendee the chance to compete head-to-head with the Cowboys’ all-time passing leader. As part of this “competition,” Loo...

A new survey released today by International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) shows that consumers welcome technology that provides access and ease to the shopping experience. The ICSC Retail Technology Survey reveals that consumers of all ages are seeking an integration of technology and shopping. With the right mobile and digital platforms, retailers can draw customers into their store for experience and purchasing. “Consumers are the drivers of demand, and they’ve made it clear they want more technology integrated into their shopping experience,” said Tom McGee, President and CEO of ICSC. “Our study shows that consumers are calling for access to more information in stores.  The retailers who innovate in this area, making the experience more efficient and the consumer better informed, will win at the register.” Access to Information Improves Experience Consumers are seeking more in-store technology to make accessing information and shopping easier and they believe that...