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Appealing to site selectors can feel more like an art than a science, but the right foundation will always give your community an opportunity to shine. So, how about some insights from an insider? In this webinar, Charles “Chuck” Sexton, founder and CEO of Strategic Location Advisors, and Golden Shovel Agency President Bethany Quinn will explain exactly how communities make (and miss) the shortlist — plus what wins RFIs and site visits in 2026. 

You will learn:

How site selectors build (and narrow) longlists and shortlists

 The RFI/RFP essentials: what to include, what to skip, and how to respond fast

Digital presence must-haves that signal “shovel-ready” (to humans and AI tools)

Storytelling that goes beyond the numbers—crafting narrative proof points about your community’s people, place, and readiness

Planning a high-impact site visit: roles, run-of-show, and common pitfalls

Post-visit follow-through that keeps you in

the lead