The DowntownDC Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Elizabeth DeBarros to its board of directors.
DeBarros serves as CEO of the District of Columbia Building Industry Association (DCBIA), where is a driving force for the economic, community, and civic impact of the DC real estate development industry and its leaders. With more than 20 years of experience across public and private sectors, DeBarros brings to the Foundation deep expertise in real estate development, business, public policy, and high impact community engagement.
“I’m honored to join the DowntownDC Foundation board at this absolutely pivotal moment for our city,” said DeBarros. “Downtown is the economic heart of D.C., and the transformative work of the Foundation, carried out by an incredible team – from revitalizing public spaces to aiding our vulnerable residents – is crucial to the health and vitality of the entire region. I look forward to contributing to this vital mission alongside fellow board members.”
DeBarros previously served as Senior Advisor at DCBIA and Chief of Staff / Legislative Director at the DC Department of Employment Services and as Vice President of the Hotel Association of Washington, D.C. and currently serves on the boards of the Washington DC Economic Partnership and the Workforce Investment Council. She is a member of the Leadership Greater Washington Class of 2018 and resides in Kingman Park in Ward 7.
“Liz’s strategic leadership and deep understanding of DC’s business and economic landscape make her an invaluable addition to our board,” said Foundation Chair Gigi Murphy. “We are thrilled to welcome her and look forward to her assisting us in expanding our impact and ideas across the city.”
DeBarros joins a committed board of directors who lead the DowntownDC Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit launched by the DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) in 2019. The Foundation serves and celebrates our vibrant and diverse DowntownDC community by providing homeless services, revitalizing parks, and enhancing public spaces and experiences.
Learn more at www.downtowndcfoundation.org.