State of Downtown SF & Achievement Awards

Welcome to the State of Downtown SF & Achievement Awards!

"The Power of Partnerships"

Are you up to date on everything downtown? The Downtown SF Partnership invites you to the annual on Tuesday, October 22nd at 4:00 PM. Celebrate the resilient core of our city, hear about exciting future plans, and enjoy a captivating keynote address on the power of building public-private partnerships and placemaking by Jeffrey C. LeFrancois, Executive Director of the Meatpacking District Management Association in New York. Plus, mingle with district leaders, savor delicious bites, and sip on refreshing cocktails. Don't miss this exclusive event! Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Each year, we recognize valuable organizations and individuals who made a significant contribution to our mission of advancing Downtown SF’s economic recovery and overall quality of life. The award categories are:

• Downtown Champion
• Downtown Event
• Downtown Impact
• Downtown Development
• Ambassador of the Year

With a Reserved Seat ticket, you'll get exclusive access to the program and reception with cocktails, bites, live entertainment, and unbeatable networking opportunities. Secure your spot now and don’t miss out on this premium offering!

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Date: Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: The Conservatory at One Sansome, One Sansome St, San Francisco, CA 94104

Keynote Speaker: Jeffrey C. LeFrancois is the Meatpacking District Management Association’s Executive Director. He works to ensure the Meatpacking District remains a cutting-edge, ever-evolving neighborhood in Lower Manhattan with thriving retail, commercial, and residential communities. With a significant focus on improving the public realm and expanding programming, LeFrancois has shepherded the creation and management of over 30,000 square feet of plazas and four open streets in the Meatpacking District. LeFrancois is currently a board member and Co-Secretary of the NYC BID Managers Association. He chaired the Manhattan Community Board from 2021-2023, and propelled the board’s housing advocacy to the front page of the New York Times through their Affordable Housing Plan, which calls for the creation of nearly 30,000 new apartments. With a passion for parks and housing, he serves on the board of Housing Conservation Coordinators and is a Governor’s appointee to the Hudson River Park Trust Board of Trustees. LeFrancois also serves on the Board of New York Public Radio.

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