As a nonprofit membership organization, our members are our most valuable resource in the ongoing exchange of information and ideas to build and sustain Colorado’s communities. Downtown Colorado, Inc. (DCI) is comprised of a diverse membership base of organizations, state agencies, local governments, businesses and individuals working toward revitalizing the downtowns, commercial districts, and town centers across the state to rebuild the local economy, promote sense of community, and advance a higher quality of life for Colorado residents, businesses, and property owners. Get involved in downtown revitalization today to discover the wealth of available benefits no matter your membership type!

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• Towns, Cities & Quasi-Government Districts: Local government representatives, Main Street organizations, BID/DDA/URAs
• Public & Nonprofit Partners & Economic Development Groups: State agencies, nonprofit organizations, and economic development groups
• Business Associates: Businesses, corporations, and professional consultants
• Emerging Leaders: Professionals with 10 years or less experience 

Towns, Cities, and Quasi-Governmental Districts

As a local government, you know that downtown and commercial districts are essential to a community’s economic health. More than shopping destinations, they are employment centers, visitor attractions, tax generators and historic cores. They are a reflection of how a community sees itself – and therefore, how it is seen by others. DCI can provide you with the tools and resources you need to keep your downtown center or commercial district healthy and thriving.

Local government membership fees are set up on a sliding scale based on population. Development and improvement districts (DIDs), e.g., BIDs, DDAs, and URAs, that are not housed in a municipality pay one low membership. Both membership types are organizational memberships, which means any local government or DID employee can utilize DCI membership benefits.

Here’s how we provide maximum value for your limited membership funds:

• On-Site Technical Assistance: Invite a team of DCI multi-disciplinary downtown revitalization specialists to your community
  for specific or general services.
• Educational Events: DCI’s annual, quarterly, and monthly events on various commercial district and downtown revitalization topics provide educational opportunities for all regions of Colorado.
• Networking: Communities and consultant groups provided ample opportunities to share best downtown revitalization practices and practical solutions.
• Development & Improvement District Support: DCI celebrates achievements and creates coalitions to support and sustain the valuable tools and services for downtown revitalization.

Public & Nonprofit Partners & Economic Development Groups

Your department or organization will benefit from participation in Downtown Colorado, Inc. whether your focus is environmental, housing, financing, planning, marketing, business planning, urban design, transportation, or historic preservation. We provide a platform to highlight the benefits of each area of expertise in promoting the overall health and sustainability of a commercial district.

Nonprofit organizations and state agencies each pay one low membership rate. Both membership types are organizational memberships, which means any local government or DID employee can utilize DCI membership benefits.

Here’s how we provide maximum value for your limited membership funds:

• On-Site Technical Services: Be part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals working on sustainable development for commercial districts.
• Outreach: Work with community leaders who are primed for action.
• Collaboration: Gain access to private sector professionals ready to complement your services.

Business Associates

Does your business or nonprofit organization support local community and economic development efforts in Colorado? No other organization serves your target market so directly. Nearly two-thirds of our members are local government and community leaders. Join now and we’ll introduce you to them!

Business members include architects, planners, landscape architects, attorneys, marketing and public relations professionals, and economic planning professionals and other downtown revitalization professionals.

Business memberships are set up on a sliding scale based on number of employees. All employees can utilize DCI membership benefits. 

Here’s how we provide maximum value for your limited membership funds:

• Member-Only Referrals: Be on the short list for referrals for communities in need of hiring commercial district and downtown revitalization consultants. 
• Marketing Opportunities: Year-round sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities connect you directly with your target audience to market your products and services.
• Networking & Educational Events: Learn from national and regional experts, keep abreast of downtown revitalization trends, and maximize your networking opportunities by attending training at any or all of our 16 annual educational events. 
•  Professional Opportunities: Take advantage of professional opportunities, including speaking engagements, sponsorship, event exhibits, technical assistance participations, and job listings.

Emerging Leaders

Local community and economic development is a dynamic, challenging profession. Whether you are just starting out or making a career transition, Downtown Colorado, Inc. can give you a leg up with our Emerging Leaders program. This program is designed for students and new professionals with less than 10 years experience in downtown revitalization fields, including planning, economic development, public administration, architecture, urban design, retail interior design, business management, marketing, promotions, and more. No other organization can expose you to so many downtown revitalization professionals and opportunities.

Here’s how we provide maximum value for your limited membership funds:

• Educational Events & Scholarships: Learn from national and regional experts, keep abreast of downtown revitalization trends, and maximize your networking opportunities by attending training at any or all of our 16 annual educational events. Registration and travel scholarships are available for eligible applicants.   
• Members-Only Resource Library: Gain access to valuable downtown revitalization resources and materials, including relevant local case studies, technical assistance reports from local communities, and various training materials. 
• Networking and Mentoring: Learn from downtown revitalization professionals with a variety of expertise and a wealth of experience.
• Job Listings: Track job openings in organizations, agencies, businesses, and local governments across the state. 
• Practical Experience: Apply your professional skills and gain valuable experience in the field by volunteering for a technical assistance visit in a local community.

 Sign up for membership now to start receiving these benefits today!