Marc Conte

About Marc Conte

Vibrant high streets and town centres give me energy. I bring over 22 years of dedicated experience with business improvement districts (BIDs), fueled by a passion for creating vibrant, community-centered urban spaces. My expertise spans town planning, urban regeneration, alternative transportation, and community development, where I’ve successfully turned ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes. From directing BID operations and managing multi-million-dollar budgets to fostering powerful public-private partnerships, I excel at steering projects that elevate communities and transform infrastructure. An engaging communicator and negotiator, I strengthen stakeholder engagement and build lasting community connections. I’m committed to driving sustainable urban development through strategic planning and innovative research, ensuring each initiative thrives and delivers meaningful results.

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Capital Crossroads And Discovery Special Improvement Districts

   Nov 2021 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Received successive promotions from Deputy Director of Research, Planning and Facilities, to Acting Executive Director and subsequently Executive Director for this successful civic organisation, responsible for providing services that support a safe, clean, vibrant, and welcoming downtown. Some highlights include:• Successfully led two business improvement districts and developed district-wide programmes and services to support neighbourhoods• Accountable for delivery of world-class placemaking • Identified and secured grants • Supervised and provided leadership for staff

Education

• John Glenn College of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University

  MPA, Public Policy and Management

• The Ohio State University

  BA, Cultural Studies, Math

  1988 — 1993