IDP Staff

The Downtown Ithaca Business Improvement District consists of many hard workers. There are four full time employees, seasonal Hosipitality ambassadors, and many interns and volunteers that help to fullful the needs of downtown. We have also just put in place a year round Hospitality Ambassador, who has proven to be a welcome asset downtown during our winter months.

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141 The Commons, Ithaca New York 14850  -  607-272-1966  Fax: 607-272-0438 email: info@jonreis.com  -  website: www.jonreis.com


Vicki Taylor, Director of Special Events

Vicki Taylor is the new Director of Special Events for the IDP.  She will oversee and manage the various major events of the organization, including Apple Harvest Festival, Chili Cook-Off and Summer Concerts.

Contact Vicki at:  vickit@downtownithaca.com

 


James Tull, Retail & Operations Director

James Tull became our new Retail & Operations Director on August 20, 2007.  He formerly was the Manager of The Now Ithaca Mall (Formerly Pyramid).

Contact Jim:  jim@downtownithaca.com

 


Gary FergusonGary Ferguson, Executive Director

  • Director since 1999
  • Previous experience with the Cities of Lewiston, ME; Dayton, OH; Grand Junction, CO
  • Specialties: Business attraction and retention, urban design, public policy, strategic planning
  • Contact Gary Ferguson at gary@downtownithaca.com

Phillip WhitePhillip White, Office Manager

  • Staff member since 2003
  • Attended Cortland State University
  • Specialities: Ambassador program supervision
  • Database Management
  • Art in the Heart Coordinator
  • Office Management
  • Contact Phil at phil@downtownithaca.com

Interns/Volunteers

The IDP offers internship, work-study and volunteer opportunities to members of the public and students for both one-time projects and semester/summer long periods. For more information on internship/volunteer opportunities, contact the IDP office at (607) 277-8679