About Us
our commitment
Downtown Winooski serves all of Winooski
Downtown Winooski is in a unique position to bring our strong business community together to identify and achieve common goals. Each year we build deeper connections between businesses and community.
We conduct rigorous business outreach and provide support to new and existing businesses of any size.
We host free and inclusive community events to benefit residents, tourists and anyone who works or plays in Winooski.
We strive to have a focus on equity, access and inclusion in our events and all of our work. Winooski is a diverse and vibrant community and we want all people to feel welcome regardless of ability or situation.
We work with collaborators, co-conspirators, sponsors and volunteers who have a shared desire to build a vibrant, connected and healthy city.
Services
What We Do For You
Support Winooski Businesses
We’re in a unique position to bring Winooski’s strong business community together towards common goals.
Advocate for business community
We work hard to advocate for the economic vitality of our city at a municipal, regional, state and even federal level.
Maintain Critical Downtown Designation
There are many benefits to Winooski that are contingent on having a dedicated downtown organization including tax incentives and funding access.
Build connections and collaborations
Downtown Winooski plays a critical role as a connector of individuals, businesses, community partners, organizations, and local leadership.
Promote and Support Winooski Businesses
The business community in Winooski is diverse and varied. From world-renowned restaurants to beloved retail shops to manufacturers and entrepreneurs and everyone in between, Winooski has a lot to offer and we're there to help them.
Host events and promotions
Our goal is to shine a bright light on all that Winooski has to offer from a walkable downtown to an inclusive and welcoming business community.
Meet us
Board Of Directors
Melissa Corbin
Executive Director
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Laura Wade
Board Chair
(Co-Owner, Misery Loves Co. and Onion City Chicken and Oyster)
Ali Nagle
Board Vice-Chair
(Manager, Monkey House, Co-Owner, Waking Windows)
Seth Leonard
Secretary
(Community Member at Large, Former Mayor of Winooski)
George Bergin
Treasurer
(Co-Owner, Beverage Warehouse)
Craig Mitchell
Board Member
(DJ, Musician, Community Leader)
Sarah Johnson
Board Member
(General Manager, Waterworks Food + Drink)
Matthew Binginot
Board Member
(Owner, Matthew Binginot Creations)
Jacquie Dagesse
Board Member
(Owner of EIV Technical Services, Real Estate Developer)
Thomas Renner
Winooski City Council Liaison
(Deputy Mayor of Winooski)