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    Chad Emerson

    President & CEO at Downtown Huntsville Inc

    Chad Emerson is a dynamic urban development professional who served as the founding CEO of Downtown Huntsville, Inc. (DHI) from 2013 to 2022.12 During his nearly decade-long tenure, he was instrumental in transforming Huntsville's downtown into a thriving cultural and commercial center.2

    Professional Background:

    • Former CEO of Downtown Huntsville, Inc. (2013-2022)13
    • Previously served as director of city development for Montgomery, Alabama1
    • Consulted for over 30 cities on downtown and urban redevelopment strategies1
    • Formerly a law professor at the Thomas Goode Jones School of Law at Faulkner University1
    • Holds a law degree from the University of Tennessee2

    Key Achievements: Emerson led DHI to significant successes, including:

    • Winning multiple International Downtown Association awards
    • Helping Huntsville rank as the #1 city in America to live by U.S. News & World Report1
    • Preserving downtown businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic2
    • Introducing innovative events like food truck rallies, Downtown Open mini golf, and the Secret Art Trail2

    Current Role: In 2022, Emerson transitioned to become the Managing Director of Business Operations for the Huntsville MLS NEXT Pro soccer team14, bringing his urban development expertise to sports management.

    Highlights

    May 26 · mlsnextpro.com
    Nashville Soccer Club Names Ian Ayre as President, Chad Emerson ...
    Former CEO reflects on 9-year chapter as downtown Huntsville ...
    Sep 25 · hnt.com
    Chad Emerson looks back at his time leading Downtown Huntsville ...
    Sep 23 · hvilleblast.com
    Former Downtown Huntsville, Inc. CEO Chad Emerson hired by new ...
    Former Downtown Huntsville, Inc. CEO Chad Emerson hired by new ...
    Aug 22 · hvilleblast.com
    Downtown Huntsville, Inc. longtime CEO Chad Emerson steps down
    Downtown Huntsville, Inc. longtime CEO Chad Emerson steps down
    Aug 19 · prnewswire.com
    Downtown Huntsville Inc Salutes Departing CEO - PR Newswire

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    Location

    Huntsville, Alabama, United States