We are researchers, planners, and strategists with talents focused on sustainability, environmental and community experiences in Downtown Louisville. We are here to promote, analyze, coordinate, create, and welcome.
Rebecca FleischakerExecutive Director
After serving in city government for 22 years, Rebecca joined LDP in 2022 and leads LDP’s mission of promoting the redevelopment, vitality, and economic growth of the Louisville downtown area.
Jessica WethingtonDeputy Director
Jessica Wethington joins Louisville Downtown Partnership with more than a decade of public service with Louisville Metro Government where she served in a variety of roles including Mayor Greg Fischer’s director of communications, and in communications for Economic Development, Planning and Zoning, Codes and Regulations, and most recently, Emergency Management. As Deputy Director, she will lead the implementation of the 2024 Downtown Strategy and lead business outreach and other stakeholder efforts.
James R. Baines, Jr.Director of Research
Jim has worked for several iterations of LDP since 1985. To assist developers and benefit Economic Development Downtown, Jim provides research data on current market conditions and historical trends for Downtown Louisville.
Frank KalmbachDirector of Finance & Operations
Frank provides financial analysis, oversees the Housing and Commercial Development loan funds, and oversight for LDP and engages with the LDMD and DDC Boards of Directors on all financial matters. He also oversees Operations to ensure that the LDP team, stakeholders and community partners have the resources they need to keep Downtown safe, clean and flourishing.
Leslie ProasiOffice Manager
Leslie manages the daily office administrative and financial tasks and serves as liaison to the Boards within the Partnership. She is the point of contact for general organization questions, routine accounting matters and Board related matters.
Bryn AlstonMarketing and Communications Manager
Bryn handles LDP’s information output, press releases and media requests, social media content creation, and assists in advertising efforts. She coordinates the design of promotional material for the partnership and tells the story of Downtown Louisville by promoting our services, events, and mission.
Jenny CutshawPlacemaking Manager
Jenny oversees LDP's placemaking initiatives, including CitySpots and various street art programs. She collaborates with property owners, business owners, community artists, designers, and manufacturers to transform underutilized spaces into vibrant, engaging community areas. Her role focuses on enhancing Downtown's aesthetic and functional appeal through strategic placemaking interventions.
Sydney GiraultAdministrative Assistant
Sydney provides administrative support to the LDP team. She helps to facilitate the day-to-day functions of the partnership by serving as the front office point of contact, managing phone administration, scheduling meetings, and handling various daily office and administrative needs.Louisville Downtown Partnership's Contractors
Jake WhiteGeneral Manager, Louisville Market
Jake is the General Manager of the Louisville Market for Block by Block. He is responsible for the operations of the Downtown Louisville Ambassador Program.