The Downtown Traverse City Association (DTCA) is a voluntary merchant association whose mission is to advance, protect and perpetuate the commerical, professional, financial and general business interests of Downtown Traverse City.  

Programs

The DTCA offers the following programs:

• Promotion - web site, brochures, print ads, and merchant directory signs offer general and business-specific advertising
• Member Events - encourage networking and offer training to members
• Community Events - enhances the Downtown Experience - includes Friday Night Live, Chili Cook-Off & Art Walk
• Business Rention and Attraction (in conjuntion with the DDA) - work with existing and other businesses to find space and improve the downtown business climate
• Gift Certificates - $150,000 sold in 2007 keeping local dollars local.

Consider being a part of this great organization!  Click here for membership information.

Governance

The DTCA is governed by a nine-member board of Directors.  The current board are:

Sarah Jane Bye, By Candlelight Amish Furnishings

Bob Derrer, Allure Salon

Leisa Eckerle-Hankins, My Favorite Things

Dave Leonard, Orvis Streamside

Michele Lewis Joubran, Captain's Quarters

Todd McMillen, McMillen's Creative Custom Framing

Amy Parker, Park Place Hotel

Stacy Sheren, Holiday Traditions

Jim Valesano, Lighting Center