Process
Community Collaboration
Through our Downtown Strategic Visioning Workshop, we assess the five pillars of your downtown’s mix to provide a true roadmap to revitalization.
The 5 Pillars
Market Analysis
We begin by assessing your consumers from multiple geographies. Using our advanced analytics and proprietary tools, we uncover and define the economic potential in your Downtown area based on a custom trade area derived from mobile data tracking.
Policy & Administration
Policy & Administration involves creating a strong foundation for a sustainable revitalization effort, including cultivating partnerships, community involvement, and resources for the district.
Design
Thoughtful design supports a community’s transformation by enhancing the physical and visual assets that set the commercial district apart.
Tourism & Promotion
Smart promotion initiatives position your Downtown or commercial district as the center of the community and hub of economic activity, while creating a positive image that showcases a community’s unique characteristics.
Economic Vitality
Economic Vitality focuses on capital, incentives, and other economic and financial tools to assist new and existing businesses, catalyze property development, and create a supportive environment for entrepreneurs and innovators that drive local economies.
Catalyst Projects
We work to find that special project – perhaps a brewery, boutique, or restaurant – that will act as a catalyst to start revitalization of your downtown.
Strategic Visioning Workshop
We host a workshop with your local leaders and downtown stakeholders to gather feedback on opportunities and challenges for the downtown area.
Example Community
Zachary, LA
Real Communities provided with actionable steps and realistic improvements that help retain business and enliven your community.
About
Our president, Jenn Gregory, founded a consulting firm specializing in solutions for community development, downtown revitalization, retail recruitment, non-profit board development, governmental relations, and public affairs.
Elliott Cook, our retail real estate expert, has worked with retailers, brokers, and developers to find best-fit businesses for communities.
Contact us or any of our team members to learn more about the next steps we can take together to revitalize your community.
