About Us

We are the Downtown Everett Association (DEA), a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization. We champion our downtown community by supporting economic vitality, stewarding public spaces and historic places, promoting local experiences, and cultivating a strong organizational network. For 25 years, we have collaborated with businesses, residents, governments, community organizations, investors, and developers to create a healthy, vibrant urban core.

Our Vision

Everett’s downtown core is the hub of public life in Snohomish County. Its energetic streets are home to an innovative business community, engaged residents, and delighted visitors who experience economic opportunity; a unique historic context; and a vibrant dining, arts, and entertainment culture.

Mission

We champion Downtown Everett’s community of businesses, residents, workers, and visitors by supporting economic vitality, promoting local experiences, cultivating a strong organizational network, and stewarding public spaces and historic places.

Transformation Strategy

A transformation strategy is a fundamental element of the Main Street Approach™ and articulates a focused, deliberate path to revitalizing a downtown economy. We cultivate and grow experiences in dining, entertainment, and the arts in Downtown Everett.

Board of Directors

President

Michael Finch

CenturyPacific, LLLP

Vice President

Jordan Stephens

Anderson Hunter Law

Treasurer

Craig Skotdal

Skotdal Real Estate

Secretary

Corey Margolis

Angel of the Winds Arena

Past President

Patrick Hall

Everett Historical Comm.

Director

Aaron Sheckler

Petrikor

Director

Dan Gaffney

Moss Adams

Director

Danielle Lothrop

Angel of the Winds Arena

Director

Erica Weir

Village Theatre

Director

Karlee Deatherage

Puget Sound Energy

Director

Sherry Jennings

APEX Art & Culture Center

Director

Stephanie Wright

Snohomish County

Director

Tyler Chism

City of Everett