Downtown Davenport Staff

The Downtown Davenport Partnership, a division of the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, is a non-profit organization focused on the strategic growth and beautification of historic downtown Davenport. As administrators of the Self Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID), the Downtown Davenport Partnership provides leadership and advocacy for downtown economic development, strategic planning, cultural vitality, events, marketing, and clean-and-safe initiatives.

Our Team Members:

Kyle Carter

Executive Director
Downtown Davenport Partnership

563.823.2674
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Kyle has lived and breathed downtown development for the past 18+ years. Nothing gets him more excited than talking about placemaking, downtown Davenport’s history, and all of the growth this neighborhood has experienced. He’s a proud St. Ambrose alum and the lone Illini fan of the DDP crew.

Alisha Espey

Program & Events Director
Downtown Davenport Partnership

563.823.2651
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Alisha joined the Downtown Partnership in 2015 and serves as the utility player on the team. She has a passion for helping people and making connections. Summer is her favorite season downtown, she loves festivals, exploring the farmers market and happy hours on patios.

Tony Behncke

Operations Director
Downtown Davenport Partnership

563.823.2689
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Tony is always busy getting work done out on the streets. He directs the operations crew and ensures downtown is a clean and welcoming environment. When it snows, he’s the first one out the door to work on removal along the curbline to ensure downtown remains accessible. Tony has the best can-do attitude and is always willing to lend a hand.

Haley Moore

Manager, Placemaking & Marketing
Downtown Davenport Partnership

563.823.2678
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Haley is a University of Iowa graduate with a passion for planning and marketing events. She spends her days showcasing all that Downtown Davenport has to offer and building connections with local business owners. She thrives on creating experiences that bring people together and energize the downtown scene.

Ambassador Program

Operations & Hospitality Ambassadors
Friendly Faces & Helping Hands

What we do:

We ensure a positive and welcoming environment for everyone
We help beautify the environment by cleaning public spaces and maintaining plants and flower baskets
We assist with directions, maps, crossing the street, and provide recommendations
We will check in with businesses to ensure all is well and address any nuisance issues

If you require assistance from a Downtown Ambassador, connect with them today by calling (563) 823-2689.