CBL & Associates PropertiesNYSE: CBL

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today CBL Properties (NYSE:CBL) announced the addition of several new and exciting stores at Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington, NC, including Free People and FP Movement as well as significant upgrades to current tenants, Reeds Jewelers and lululemon. “This is an exciting year for Mayfaire,” said Stephen Lebovitz, chief executive officer, CBL Properties. “The property is celebrating its 20th anniversary of serving the Wilmington community and we are thrille.

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