Local leaders discuss the State of Downtown Columbus. Led by moderator Cleve Ricksecker, otherwise known as Mr. Downtown, Ricksecker is the executive director at Capital Crossroads and Discovery Districts Special Improvement Districts.
Marc Conte of Capital Crossroads and Discovery Special Improvement Districts, collects and analyzes data regarding the vitality of downtown Columbus, and he’s noticed some interesting trends.
City of Columbus Director of Development Steven Schoeney leads a team dedicated to improving the economy and neighborhoods of Columbus, and believes that a vibrant downtown is paramount to a thriving region.
Jordan Davis chairs the Create Columbus Commission, an appointed board of young professionals serving as the community’s foremost thought leaders on the young professional experience. Together the panel offers unique views about how and why the apartment occupancy is high, housing construction is booming, and why the office market in the downtown core is a mixed bag.

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