The Wilson Downtown Development Corporation (WDDC) is a non-profit organization that promotes historic preservation and combats community deterioration. The organization is managed by a Board of Directors that includes downtown business owners, property owners, non-profit leaders, and city and county representatives who share a passion for revitalizing the heart of our city. The 22 board members provide important leadership in downtown development by delivering a vision, contributing human capital and managing financial resources.
Mission Statement
Wilson Downtown Development Corporation’s mission is to lead community investment and drive the social, cultural and economic engine of an authentic Wilson by creating and promoting a vibrant, innovative and sustainable downtown.
Board of Directors
Preston Von Arx, President
Joshua Peede, Vice President
Cameron Cochran, Secretary
Reggie Harrison, Treasurer
Cathy Hardison, Promotion Committee Chair
John Misback, Design Committee Chair
Abder Allan, Economic Vitality Committee Chair
Kimberly Van Dyk, City Representative
Lori Winstead, County Representative
Mayor Carlton Stevens
Councilman James Johnson
Joshua Peede, Vice President
Cameron Cochran, Secretary
Reggie Harrison, Treasurer
Cathy Hardison, Promotion Committee Chair
John Misback, Design Committee Chair
Abder Allan, Economic Vitality Committee Chair
Kimberly Van Dyk, City Representative
Lori Winstead, County Representative
Mayor Carlton Stevens
Councilman James Johnson
Commissioner Chris Hill
Commissioner Sherry Lucas
Bankston Lewis
Bill O'Boyle
Ijeoma Uwakwe
Josh Hawn
Kahmahl "Mel Lo" Simmons
Naija Speight
Wendy Moore
Holton Wilkerson
Karey Blanchard
Commissioner Sherry Lucas
Bankston Lewis
Bill O'Boyle
Ijeoma Uwakwe
Josh Hawn
Kahmahl "Mel Lo" Simmons
Naija Speight
Wendy Moore
Holton Wilkerson
Karey Blanchard
Annual Report
WDDC Strategic Plan
City of Wilson 2043 Comprehensive Plan
Organization
The Organization Committee, also known as the Executive Committee, is composed of board officers, committee chairs, and city and county representatives. Its objective is to ensure strong leadership, involvement, and investment in downtown by further advancing a sense of community and making downtown the commercial, social and cultural hub of the community. Staff Representative: Christina B White
Promotion
The Promotion Committee promotes downtown as Wilson’s premier destination for social, cultural and business activity. It develops and executes diverse and innovative ways to use marketing, communications, partnerships, advertising and special events to drive people, investment and sales in Downtown Wilson. Staff Representatives: Meg Edwards and Andra “Tig” Garris
Design
The Design Committee strives to enhance the physical appearance, aesthetics and functionality of Downtown Wilson. It works to enrich the unique characteristics of downtown, highlight historical characteristics and improve overall cleanliness, maintenance, and beautification. Staff Representative: Liz Loftin, Senior Planner
Economic Vitality
The Economic Vitality Committee supports existing business, recruits new businesses and encourages positive redevelopment and investment, resulting in viable economic growth in Downtown Wilson. It expands on the commercial success of downtown by working to facilitate and grow public and private investment through partnerships. Staff Representative: Brie Anderson
Downtown Development | City of Wilson
252-399-2211
112 Goldsboro St E, Wilson, NC 27893