What is DTWX?

Mission

Downtown Works promotes public engagement and understanding of Downtown LA’s most important opportunities and elevates solutions to DTLA’s challenges. Downtown Works delivers on this mission through thought leadership, convenings with the public, research and by highlighting the area’s unique civic character and its role in building a more equitable future for our region.

Vision

Expand DTLA’s role as a force for economic opportunity and growth in the City of Los Angeles and uplift its reputation as a dynamic, inclusive and welcoming urban center.

Strategic Pillars

 

  • Address DTLA’s Challenges and Opportunities Through Thought Leadership
  • Advance DTLA Priorities Through Convenings and Pilot Project Execution
  • Enhance Understanding of DTLA Through Research and Data
  • Ensure DTWX’s Growth Through Advancement and Communications
     

Board of Directors

John Adams
Principal & Regional Managing Director
Gensler
Leticia Buckley
CEO
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
Gina Gribow
Senior Vice President
Englander Knabe & Allen
Noel Hyun Minor
President & CEO
The Brooklyn Companies
Nella McOsker
President & CEO
CCA
Marie Lloyd
Head of External Affairs
Amazon in Southern California
Carmen Zella
Founder & Director
NOW Art

News & Updates

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

PRESS RELEASE: DTWX Report Analyzes How Public-Private Partnerships Create Vibrant Urban Parks and Open Spaces

Public-private partnerships can deliver and enhance parks projects in Downtown Los Angeles.

Friday, October 22, 2021

Economic Development Panel

CCA hosted a panel focused on leveraging pandemic recovery to strengthen economic development in our city center.

Monday, August 16, 2021

RELEASE: Downtown Works Announces Board of Directors

Downtown Works, Central City Association's nonprofit sister organization, announced its newest Board of Directors that will strategically inform the organization's efforts to uplift DTLA as a dynamic, inclusive and welcoming city center.

PUBLIC REALM REPORT

In November 2022, DTWX released its first report showcasing how local government can leverage public-private partnerships (P3s) to deliver a world class public realm in Downtown.  

REPORT CASE STUDIES