
Advisory Committees
Downtown Denver Partnership Advisory Committees advance the Partnership's work plan and strategy through their guidance and expertise in their industries. The Advisory committees are composed of Denver leaders and our committee chairs also serve on the Downtown Denver Partnership Board of Governors. The Partnership has eight committees which meet on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Applications to join an Advisory committee are available to Catalyst and Pinnacle members. If you are a part of a partner organization such as Denver community non-profits, neighborhood groups and public sector organizations, you may also apply to join a committee.
Current Advisory Committees
Civic Leadership and Engagement
Chair:

Rich Harris
Harris Family Law
Staff:

Amy Tarczynski

Carolyn Levine
Assesses and evolves signature events and civic engagement programs to ensure they meet the diverse needs of members, create community impact and align with organizational priorities.
Key objectives include evaluating engagement strategies, increasing participation across all levels of member organizations and enhancing signature programs.
Ideal candidates have a passion for city building, community engagement and relationship-building, with relevant experience in corporate social responsibility, community engagement, business development or nonprofit work.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility
Chair:

Kayla Garcia
Girls Inc.
Staff:

Kourtny Garrett

Focuses on developing strategies to create an inclusive downtown through economic development, community planning and civic engagement, while strengthening relationships with Denver’s BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and disability communities.
Key objectives include providing feedback on marketing and storytelling initiatives to ensure crucial voices are reflected, bringing underrepresented groups to the table and advising on engaging diverse stakeholders in transformative planning and neighborhood activations.
Ideal candidates are passionate about inclusion, have strong community ties and have senior leadership experience or professional expertise in DEIA strategy development and implementation.
Economic Development
Chair:

Amy Cara
East West Partners
Staff:

Sarah Wiebenson

Enhances Downtown Denver's economic competitive position as a global hub for business, talent and innovation by fostering an entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Key initiatives include implementation of the Downtown Development Authority, ground floor activation and retail recruitment, office recruitment and retention and advocating for policies to foster development.
Ideal candidates have director or executive-level experience with a major employer or service provider engaged in downtown Denver's growth, investment and job creation.
Marking and Communications
Chair:

Dianne Myles
Human Focused Media
Staff:

Britt Diehl

Cristina Gonzalez
Plays a critical role in ensuring the success of the Partnership's marketing and communications strategies by fostering collaboration and engagement within the downtown community.
Key objectives include offering guidance on campaigns, building community relationships and engaging in critical discussion on improving downtown’s perception.
Ideal candidates have experience with marketing, communications and public relations related to downtown businesses and consumers.
Planning and Community Impact
Chair:

Albus Brooks
Milender White
Staff:

Andrew Iltis

Ellen Forthofer Dalton
Focuses on physical interventions and capacity-building in downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, offering expertise in city design, architectural review, mobility projects and public realm design and activation.
Key objectives include interpreting data on bicycle safety, prioritizing mobility projects and supporting efforts to increase accessible housing. They also represent leadership for the Transportation Management Association and assist with transportation demand management initiatives.
Ideal applicants are passionate about city-building and community development, with at least 10 years of experience in city planning, urban development, transportation planning, or related fields and a track record of community impact involvement.
Policy & Advocacy
Chair:

Kim Kucera
CRL Associates
Staff:

Kate Barton

Britt Diehl
Guides the development and implementation of policy and advocacy strategies, helping to define the Partnership’s positions on key issues and referring them for final adoption by the Partnership's Boards.
Key initiatives include providing input on the annual public policy survey, policy priority frameworks and key ballot questions, while also leading efforts to engage municipal election candidates and maintaining regular communication with city leadership.
Applicants should have professional experience in public policy roles.
Public Health and Safety
Chair:

Kris Gaw
Denver Health
Staff:

Beth Moyski

Ryan Ertman
Dedicated to creating a safe and compassionate environment in downtown by addressing immediate health and safety concerns while developing long-term solutions.
Key priorities include collaborating with law enforcement, tracking crime statistics and reviewing security plans, while also fostering relationships with private security partners and property managers. The committee is committed to addressing homelessness through initiatives like the Mayor’s House 1000 program, supporting coordinated outreach efforts and advocating for policies that strengthen resources for mental health and substance misuse.
Ideal candidates are business and property owners, law enforcement, government partners and social outreach organizations to ensure a balanced approach that combines strong enforcement with compassionate responses to community challenges.
Strategic Programs and Activations
Chair:

Lexi Muller
Southwest Airlines
Staff:

Sharon Alton

Sarah Fritzinger
Enhancing the community experience through the creative program development for signature events like Annual Meeting and the 9NEWS Parade of Lights, and exploring new ways to activate public spaces like 16th Street and Skyline Park.
Key areas of involvement include developing creative updates to existing programs, identifying strategic sponsorship opportunities and encouraging employer and community engagement.
Ideal candidates have extensive experience in corporate social responsibility, community relations or event management and are committed to attending and actively participating in quarterly meetings and Partnership events.