Dewitt Peart

Dewitt "De" Peart is the President and CEO of the Downtown Austin Alliance, a position he has held since February 2015.1 In this role, he leads the organization in fulfilling its mission to create, preserve, and enhance downtown Austin's vibe, value, and vitality.1

Key aspects of De Peart's career and responsibilities include:

Professional Background

• Prior to joining the Downtown Austin Alliance, De served in executive roles at the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, Pittsburgh Regional Alliance, and Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce.1

• He has over two decades of experience in real estate development, overseeing projects involving land-use planning, master planning, asset management, construction, property management, marketing, and leasing.1

• De has developed nearly seven million square feet of buildings and has expertise in brownfield and urban redevelopment.1

Education

• Master's degree in Public Administration from Carnegie Mellon University15
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Robert Morris University1

Responsibilities at Downtown Austin Alliance

As President and CEO, De Peart's duties include:

• Guiding the organization's vision and strategy
• Ensuring fiscal health
• Representing the board of directors
• Overseeing day-to-day operations
• Serving as the primary advocate for downtown Austin's interests12

Upcoming Retirement

It has been announced that De Peart will retire in the first quarter of 2025, after a decade of leadership at the Downtown Austin Alliance.234 The organization has launched a nationwide search for his successor, with the goal of concluding the search by the end of 2024.2