Bryan Aurand

Downtown Business – Tourism

Bryan is the manager of motorcoach operations for Royal Celebrity Tours (RCT), the land-based tour operator for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. In working for a large travel company that brings thousands of guests to Anchorage, he has a vested interest in seeing the downtown area meet its short and long term goals. He was born and raised in Michigan where he spent several years gaining sales and service experience in the restaurant and hospitality industries. In 2001 he was employed by the Health Promotion Office at Northern Michigan University (NMU) where he planned and oversaw the execution of college and community health related events, which also involved the development of educational materials and presentations currently used by law enforcement, public schools and universities throughout Michigan. After graduating from NMU in 2004 with a bachelors of science in Business Administration, Bryan came to Alaska for the summer to manage RCT’s onboard rail operation. He fell in love with the state and soon thereafter made the city of Anchorage his home.

Jamie Boring

Downtown Business – Hotel

Jamie Boring is a local developer who developed the Eagle Street Suites and Alaska Backpackers Inn in downtown Anchorage. Jamie also developed the Girdwood Backpacker’s Inn, the only certified Gold-Level LEED for Homes rated hostel. Jamie has been very active in the redevelopment of eastern downtown Anchorage and is involved in a variety of issues ranging from homelessness, chronic inebriates and sustainable development.

Tony Cange

At Large – Other

Tony Cange is president of Aleut Real Estate, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Aleut Corporation. Aleut Real Estate manages the lands, resources and real estate of the Aleut Corporation and pursues responsible economic development opportunities. The company currently manages more than 133,500 square feet of commercial properties located throughout Alaska and in the Lower 48; is negotiating gravel sales and directs mineral exploration; and presides over more than 46,000 acres of lands on Adak Island — including commercial and residential buildings – as well as the village site of Attu and lands on the Alaska Peninsula and Aleutian, Shumagin, and Pribilof Islands. Cange serves as a director of the Koniag Education Foundation and Anchorage Downtown Partnership, Ltd. as well as a Commissioner on the Municipality of Anchorage budget advisory board.

Laura Brooks Cantrell, ABR, CPM, GRI

Property Owner – Small

Laura has been licensed in real estate since 1988 and has 24 years experience in real estate related fields and 19 years in the maintenance and construction field. Her experience includes residential property management, sales and leasing to include her GRI and ABR designation. Laura was awarded the Certified Property Manager of the Year Award in 2005 and 2006 by the Institute of Real Estate Management, is the Past President of the Alaska Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), and is currently an active member of the Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA) local chapter.

Marcia Chambers

Downtown Business – Commercial Real Estate

Marcia is co-owner of Cange & Chambers LLC, a commercial property management firm in downtown Anchorage. Marcia brings over 14 years of experience with commercial property management in Alaska with an emphasis on small commercial buildings and retail malls. Marcia is responsible for the oversight, maintenance and operations of our properties. She also oversees tenant improvements from space planning to completion.

James Doughtery

Downtown Business – Architecture

James was born and raised in Anchorage, and is a graduate of Bartlett High School. After receiving his degree in Architecture cum laude from Montana State University, he returned to Alaska to begin his long-term design goal of raising the standard of the built environment for the state he calls home. After his internship with a variety of architecture and construction firms, he joined Larry Cash in what would eventually become RIM Architects. He was invited to become a partner in the firm that has grown to be Alaska’s largest and most influential. After spearheading a string of award-winning architecture for projects around the state, he began to shift to the full-time running of the business at RIM. In 2007 he began his transition to the managing partner of RIM Architects, Alaska and has ushered in a new era of environmentally sustainable design practices both here and throughout the Pacific RIM where the RIM family of companies does business. James is a tireless advocate for quality northern-building design. He has long been a member of the Anchorage Urban Design Commission, currently serving as its chairman. He also serves on the Biathlon committee of the Nordic Ski Association of Anchorage, the Anchorage Public Art Advisory committee, and the Kincaid Project Group. He has lectured on high performance, environmentally focused design, and Alaska regionalism for the American institute of Architects, the University of Alaska and the US Green Building Council.

Gideon Garcia

Downtown Business – Tourism

Gideon Garcia is the Director of Southcentral Motorcoach Operations for Holland America-Princess Alaska (HAP-Alaska). HAP-Alaska provides integrated Alaska tours and services for both Holland America Line, Inc. and Princess Cruise Lines. He has worked in the visitor industry for 16 years, starting as a motorcoach driver/guide in Anchorage, giving city tours to visitors from around the world. Currently he oversees the safe, reliable transportation of guests via motorcoach throughout Southcentral Alaska. He has served on the board of directors for Anchorage East Rotary, Fairbanks Rotary, and the Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum. As a representative of the visitor industry, Gideon has a strong interest in a safe, welcoming downtown Anchorage. He believes a memorable downtown experience for the thousands of tour guests visiting every year is a benefit to all downtown stakeholders and Anchorage residents.

Duncan Harrison

Property Owner – Small

Dubbed the “Bipolar CEO” by Inc. Magazine, Duncan Harrison runs one company in Alaska and another in Hawaii — and divides his existence in half, every single month, between the two. Duncan owns and operates Alaskan Automotive Distributing Inc. in Anchorage and Aloha Automotive in Hawaii. Duncan owns properties at 7th & E Street as well as 7th & D Street in downtown Anchorage.

Michael Hurst

Downtown Business – Restaurant / Bar

Michael is the director of marketing for Brew Brothers, LLC, which includes the Glacier BrewHouse & ORSO. He is currently an active board member of the Anchorage Downtown Rotary and is eager to serve on the board of Anchorage Downtown Partnership. Prior to joining the team at Brews Brothers, LLC he served as the state sales and marketing coordinator for Alaska Distributors. He has been involved in the hospitality industry in Anchorage since 1989, serving as a senior general manager at Simon and Seaforts, an opening general manager at Sullivan’s Steakhouse and food and beverage director at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel. In his spare time, he enjoys running and scuba diving in the crisp cool waters of Alaska and warm water outside of this wonderful state.

James Kubitz

At Large – Alaska Railroad

Jim Kubitz joined the Alaska Railroad Corporation in 1998 as Director of Project Planning and moved to VP of Real Estate six months later. A 45 year resident of Anchorage, he served on the Anchorage Municipal Assembly from 1986-1993. A graduate of Willamette University with a BA in Economics, he owned and operated a general contracting company, Kubitz Construction for 15 years. More recently, he owned Kubitz & Co. a commercial real brokerage firm in Anchorage. He still holds a Broker’s License in the State of Alaska. He has served on the Alaska Tourism Marketing Council, Anchorage Chamber of Commerce, Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau, and the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation.

Mitch Lavey

Property Owner – Large

Mitch is a lifelong Alaskan who owns and operates the Days Inn & Country Kitchen on 5th Avenue. He graduated from Northern Arizona University with a degree in marketing. He is married with three children aged 16, 15 and 10. Mitch is the past chairman of the Days Inn Western Regional Marketing Alliance, enjoys coaching soccer, traveling, fine wines and investing in real estate.

Sue Linford

Downtown Business – Restaurant Supply

For 35 years Sue Linford has been at the helm of Linford of Alaska, a wholesale food distributor based in Anchorage. She’s been honored again and again for her professional and public service, including an honorary doctorate from Alaska Pacific University. LInford of Alaska has been recognized multiple times as a “Top Women-Owned Business” by Alaska Business Monthly. Sue currently serves on the ADP Board and on the ADP Finance Committee.

Marc Marlow

Property Owner – Large

Marc is an active developer with 28 years of service to the Anchorage community. His experience ranges from owning and operating electrical, mechanical and general contracting company to commercial and residential real estate development. He is responsible for a variety of developments throughout the state, including the McKinley Tower Apartments & Suites and the McKinley Annex. The east side of downtown Anchorage is and will continue to be a vibrant and viable part of the city because of Marc’s efforts.

James Minton

Other – Professional Service Provider

James Minton is the Director for Member Services & Communications at the 1,100 member Alaska Travel Industry Association, has been active in the visitor & hospitality industry since 1998 and is a proud resident of Anchorage. With managerial experience with Holland America Line and the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel, James is also an active volunteer for the Armed Services YMCA in Anchorage. His background is in sales, product marketing, tourism development, advertising strategy and yield management. Using these experiences, he seeks to serve on the ADP Board of Directors in order to expand and market the vibrancy, safety and cleanliness of downtown for residents & visitors alike. As future community challenges arise, James is committed to working objectively for the benefit of ADP members, Anchorage’s visitors and the community.

Lottie Michael

Property Owner – Large

Lottie grew up in downtown Anchorage. She lives near the park strip and enjoys living and working downtown. Licensed in Alaska to sell real estate since1972, Lottie has been active in all segments of the commercial real estate market. Lottie has served on the Brother Francis Shelter Board of Trustees since 1994 and Catholic Social Services Board of Trustees since 2007. Recently she was appointed to the Board of Trustees for Alaska Pacific University.

Daniel Mitchell

Downtown Business – Office

Daniel is a CPA and senior accountant with KPMG where he has worked for 12 years. He came to Anchorage in 1991 from the UK and is a graduate of UAA. Daniel currently serves as the Chairman of the Special Olympics Alaska. He was appointed to the board in 2005 and is currently the Board President.

Mike Neely

Downtown Business – Parking & Property Management

Mike is the Regional Vice President Alaska for Diamond Parking Service and has worked downtown for the last 15 years.

N. Claiborne Porter, Jr., AlA

Property Owner – Small

As owner of NCP Design/Build Ltd / NCP Architects and Planners and a resident of Anchorage for more than 30 years, Clai has an active interest in helping Anchorage and Alaska grow. As Vice-Chair of the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation, he works hard to use his experience in residential building and energy efficiency to help all Alaskans. From 2000 – 2009 Clai, as a founder and Chairman of the Board for Cold Climate Housing Research Center, worked to develop and advance healthy, durable, and economically sound shelter for people living in the circumpolar regions. Clai has constructed more than 1200 single family homes and remodeled more than 2800 Anchorage area homes over the years, and looks forward to more green building and energy efficient construction. He is a registered architect, a licensed general contractor, an expert witness, a building code consultant, a building inspection and quality control consultant for large commercial projects. As Anchorage continues to grow and thrive, Clai looks forward to sharing his experience, expertise and vision.

Steve Ribuffo

Other – Public Agency

Steve Ribuffo is the Deputy Port Director at Municipality of Anchorage, overseeing logistics and supply chain operations. Steve is a 30-year veteran and retiree of the United States Air Force. He is a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology, Golden Gate University and Manhattan College.

Silvia Villamides

Other – Professional Service Provider

Silvia is the Executive Director of the Anchorage Cabaret, Hotel, Restaurant & Retailers Association representing over 230 members. She also serves as the Administrator for the Anchorage Responsible Retailers Association, whose mission is solutions for a cleaner, safer city, basic amenities & safety for visitors who choose camping while enjoying the great land experience, with compassionate outreach for the homeless. And Silvia is the Executive Director of the Anchorage Hospitality Foundation, a new community partner that works with other non profit organizations in the planning of a comprehensive system of substance abuse services.

Gary Wells

Downtown Business – Retail, Non-Tourism

Gary is the General Manager for Simon Properties/Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall and has been in retail management for over 22 years. Prior to working for Simon Gary worked as a buyer, a store manager and a Specialty Regional Staff Executive. He has been an Alaska resident for 15 years and has been involved with Anchorage Downtown Partnership, Ltd. since 1999.

Gerald Wolf

Property Owner – Small

Gerald (Jerry) Wolf has been a business and property owner for over 40 years in Anchorage. Jerry owns Wolf’s Maytag Home Appliance in Anchorage and four properties west of K Street in downtown Anchorage.

Garret Wong

Property Owner – Large

Garret is a Downtown business and property owner. He has 25 years of experience in financial planning and for the last five years has served as the featured financial advisor for the NBC affiliate and local KTUU Channel 2. Garret has served as past president of Anchorage East Rotary Club and Alaska Chapter of Financial Service Professionals and the Anchorage Estate Planning Council. He is currently Anchorage Downtown Partnership, Ltd. Board President.

Number, Tenure and Qualifications

The number of Directors on the Board shall be not less than three (3) nor more than thirtyfive (35). The number of Directors shall be fixed from time to time by the Board of Directors and the number so fixed shall comprise the entire Board of Directors. The term of office shall not exceed two years, except that each Director shall hold office until his/her successor shall have been duly qualified and elected, or until his/her death, or until he/she shall resign from the Board. Directors’ terms begin at the close of the Annual Meeting in which they are elected, or if appointed, with the acceptance of their appointment.

Any voting member, or its individual representative when the member is not a natural person, is eligible to seek election to any Directorship for which his, her or its membership categories may qualify. The Board of Directors shall, when fixing the number of Directors, designate each elected Directorship as one to be filled by the election of a member qualifying in one of the following categories:

a. Downtown Property Owner
b. Downtown Resident
c. Downtown Business
d. Public Agency
e. Professional Service Provider
f. At-large

Each of the above categories of membership shall have not less than one Directorship designated as its representative. To the extent feasible, the Board shall strive to create elected Directorships that represent the following membership categories:

a. Downtown Property Owner:
25% of all elected Directors

b. Downtown Business:
40% of all elected Directors

c. At-large:
15% of all elected Directors

d. Downtown Resident, Public Agency & Professional Service Provider:
20% aggregate of all elected Directors

Except as provided herein, Directors shall be elected annually at the regular annual meeting of the membership. Half of the Directors shall be elected in even years, and half shall be elected in odd years. If an odd number of total Directorships are created, there may be one more Directorship whose election is conducted in either even or odd years, with said election occurring in the year of creation and biennially thereafter. Any Director appointed by the President without a vote of the membership shall stand for a vote of confirmation at the next annual meeting of the membership.

The Directors, by resolution, may adopt procedures for the nomination of candidates for Directorships. Immediately following the annual meeting, the Secretary shall notify those persons elected Directors who may not have been present for the vote.

In the event of a tie vote for any directorship, lots shall be drawn to determine those who will serve as a Director, in a manner prescribed by resolution of the Board of Directors, or in the absence of any such resolution, by the President.

Vacancies

To the extent that vacancies may arise within the Board, the President may appoint Directors to fill those vacancies, except that no more than ten (10) Directors may serve by appointment at any one time unless they have first been confirmed by a vote of the membership.

Appointed Directors

The Board may designate no more than five (5) directorships as positions to be filled by appointment of the President. No appointed Director shall be appointed to more than two consecutive terms, except that an appointed Director remains eligible to serve as an elected Director. All appointed Directors shall stand for a vote of confirmation at the first meeting of the membership occurring during any term of appointment.

Removal

A Director may be removed for cause by a vote of two-thirds (2/3) of all Directors then in office. Such an action shall be taken at a regular meeting of the Board of Directors or at a special meeting called for such purpose, and the proposed removal shall be set forth in the notice of any such regular or special meeting, sent at least ten (10) days prior thereto. The President may remove any Director who is absent from three or more regular Board meetings within the Director’s term. Absence from a total of six regular Board meetings during a Director’s term shall be deemed to be an abandonment of the Director’s Directorship.

Compensation

Directors shall not receive any stated salaries for their services, but by resolution of the Board of Directors a fixed sum and expenses of attendance, if any, may be allowed for each regular or special meeting of the Board, providing that nothing herein contained shall be construed to preclude any Director from serving the Corporation in any other capacity and receiving reasonable compensation therefore.

Ex-Officio Advisors

The President may appoint a maximum of five (5) ex officio, non-voting advisors to the Board, whose terms shall not exceed one year each.

Meetings

Board meetings are open to the membership, except that the Board of Directors may convene an executive session for the discussion of personnel, litigation or other confidential matters. No vote may be taken in executive session.