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Michael Smith
President & CEO
Michael J. Smith is the President and CEO of Charlotte Center City Partners, an organization that envisions and implements strategies and actions to drive the economic, social and cultural development of Charlotte’s Ce...
Robert Krumbine
Chief Creative Officer & Senior Vice President of Events
As Chief Creative Officer & Senior Vice President of Events, Krumbine is responsible for the 24/7/365 animation & marketing of Charlotte’s Center City. This is accomplished through a series of programs and events incl...
James LaBar
Senior Vice President of Economic Development
James LaBar is the Senior Vice President of Economic Development for Charlotte Center City Partners. He is focused on retaining, expanding and attracting businesses, talent and investment in Uptown, South End and Midtown...
Cheryl Myers
Chief Planning & Development Officer & Senior Vice President
As Charlotte Center City Partner’s (CCCP) Senior Vice President and Chief Planning and Development Officer, Cheryl Myers contributes to strategically guiding the growth and development of Uptown and South End. She part...
Moira Quinn
Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of Communications
As Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of Communications for Charlotte Center City Partners, Moira oversees the daily operations of Center City Partners, including budgeting, facility operations, contracts,...
Rashaan Peek
Chief of Staff
Rashaan Peek is Chief of Staff of Charlotte Center City Partners, an organization that envisions and implements strategies and actions to drive the economic, social, and cultural development of Charlotte’s Center City....
Eleni Saunders
Chief Financial Officer
Eleni Saunders serves as Chief Financial Officer for Charlotte Center City Partners (CCCP). She is responsible for all accounting functions for CCCP and two related entities. This includes accounts payable, accounts rece...
Rick Thurmond
Chief Marketing Officer
As Senior Vice President for Community Development, Rick leads a team of leaders that builds community in Uptown and South End through organizing, advocacy, programming, placemaking, and visioning. Rick also leads specia...
Tori Belle-Miller
Senior Graphic Designer
Tori moved to Charlotte with her family in 1999 and has enjoyed watching the Queen City grow and thrive. As Charlotte Center City Partners’ Senior Graphic Designer, Tori designs creative for the various events and ...
Logan Coon
Event Coordinator
Logan is Event Coordinator at Charlotte Center City Partners. She manages all programs and events throughout the year under the direction of the Sr Event Planner and CCO. Together, the Event Team produces both private an...
Jamie Hundley
Program Director
As Program Director, Jamie Hundley manages the organization’s Tryon Street program, which includes public media and plaza and mall use. Jamie also manages the on-street food truck program and Tryon street vendor progra...
Jalitha Jarrett
Uptown Community Manager
Jalitha is a passionate people-leader focused on creating and maintaining positive relationships. As the Uptown Community Manager, she leads by listening and understanding the priorities of small businesses and residents...
Renay Jefferson
Office Manager
Renay Jefferson has nearly 40 years of customer, executive, and administrative support experience. She excels with superior organizational, management, and communication abilities. These skills have continued to make her...
Molly Kenny
Uptown Marketing Coordinator
As Uptown's Marketing Coordinator, Molly is tasked with keeping her finger on the pulse of all things Uptown. She is responsible for the content creation across all Uptown social media accounts along with managing Uptown...
Justin McCoy
Director of Research
Bio coming soon!...
Dennis McIntosh
Senior Accountant
Dennis joined Charlotte Center City Partners as Senior Accountant in October of 2021. He plays a lead role in the preparation of financial records, ensuring effectiveness and accuracy of accounting tasks. He assists with...
Klint Mullis
Vice President, Planning and Development
As Vice President for Planning & Development at Charlotte Center City Partners, Klint works on projects, programs, and policies dedicated to the continued place-making and physical development of Center City. He supports...
Marguerite Novak
Director of Planning and Development
As Director of Planning and Development at Charlotte Center City Partners, Marguerite works on projects, programs, and policies dedicated to the place-making and physical development of Center City. She supports the Plan...
Monica Ponce
Director, Programs and Events
As Director of Programs and Events at Charlotte Center City Partners, Monica provides leadership and event support to the organization as a part of the annual program of work in Uptown and South End. She partners with in...
Karen Smith
Accountant
Karen has worked with public, private, governmental, institutional, and non-profit organizations. She is a Certified QuickBooks Online Pro-Advisor (Advanced) and has a degree in business administration from Georgia State...
Dianna Ward
Executive Director of Charlotte Joy Rides
Bio coming soon!...