Downtown Ambassador Program: A One Year Celebration

Event Overview
An evening gathering celebrating the first year of the Downtown Ambassador Program and its impact on downtown safety, cleanliness, hospitality, and overall visitor experience. The program will also be explored through its local funding and structure, its partnership with Block by Block and Catholic Charities, and the community collaborations that have shaped its success, including UL, Acadiana Center for the Arts, LCG, Parish Proud, Krewe de Canailles, and Festival International.

This is a free event, but guests are encouraged to RSVP in advance so we can plan accordingly.

Panelists

• Kenneth Boudreaux, Lafayette City Councilman, District 5
  
• John Koch, Block by Block
• Jaci Russo, Owner, brandRUSSO

Moderator

• Kevin Blanchard, CEO, Downtown Development Authority & Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

The program will highlight one year of measurable outcomes from the Downtown Ambassador Program while demonstrating how it enhances the downtown experience through improved safety, cleanliness, and hospitality. It will also provide insight into the partnership with Block by Block as the national program operator and clarify the program’s local funding through the Downtown Development Authority and Downtown Economic Development District. Finally, the conversation will engage sponsors, stakeholders, and community leaders in continued investment and future growth.