About Us

KIMBERLY BORONDY
Director - Financial Services

Education Background: Majored in Architecture/Interior Design at El Centro College in Dallas TX. Microsoft certified in Windows NT administration.

Favorite Past Time/Hobbies: Dinning out, watching movies, architecture and design, technology and most importantly, family.

Family: My husband, Andras and our two children, Andrea and Jaiden.

Greatest Talent: Taking on the unknown and excelling in multi-tasking. Being married and having two young kids, I've been forced to develop the talent of multi-tasking; school, extra-curricular activities and fun filled weekends. As my kids get older perhaps I will have the opportunity to re-explore my dormant talents with them or maybe try to discover some hidden talents, but for now, it's all about being a mom and having fun.

How long have you been on the Downtown Dallas, Inc. Team? 14 years

What do you like about being a member of the Downtown Dallas, Inc. Team? I have grown up looking at the Downtown Dallas skyline and it has always been my favorite. I enjoy working for Downtown Dallas, Inc. because I am now able to be part of a TEAM that is always working hard at improving and enhancing my favorite city in every aspect. As the Financial and Systems Manager of Downtown Dallas, Inc. I am able to take on the daily challenges and opportunities to help make sure that we accomplish every goal we have to revitalize our beautiful city. I enjoy being able to tell my family and friends all about what is currently going on as well as what we plan to achieve and become going forward into future.

What is your D SPOT? Well, I have a few D Spots. Due to my interests in Architecture and Modern Art, I would have to say the Nasher Sculpture Garden and the Dallas Museum of Art. As for my entertainment interests, I would have to say Victory Plaza. And finally, for my dinning interests, that would have to be Iron Cactus and Campisi's.

KOURTNY GARRETT
Senior Vice President - Marketing

Education Background: B.A. and honors grad in Communication Arts with a Minor in English from Austin College in Sherman, Texas. Go Roo's!

Favorite Past Time/Hobbies: Yoga; mountain biking; music (as an avid fan, not performing!!); pampering my dog, Lucy

Family: My husband, John, and the love of our lives, Lucy (again, the 80lb boxer!)

Greatest Talent: Hosting parties - from dinner parties to large events, I love to entertain! (As long as there is a caterer, or my husband is willing to do the cooking...because cooking is certainly NOT one of my talents!)

How long have you been on the Downtown Dallas, Inc. Team? 5 years

What do you like about being a member of the Downtown Dallas, Inc. Team? As someone who really does live, work and play in Downtown, working forDowntown Dallas, Inc. is more than just a job for me - it is a lifestyle, passion and inspiration. My background in marketing, community relations, real estate and retail development with other companies has led me here, to a position where I get to put both my skills and passions to work every day (and, yes, some nights!). I can't think of anything more rewarding than having the opportunity to play a part in the strengthening of our community.

Where is your D SPOT? There are too many! Having married in Downtown two years ago, the D SPOT's closest to my heart are the Davis Building, where we held the wedding ceremony and Fuse, where we held the reception. It was absolutely magical to be surrounded by the lights, bustling streets and historic buildings. And just to name a few more of my favorite D SPOTS - the entire Cedars/South Side neighborhood where I call home, Amuse restaurant and the galleries at South Side on Lamar. Oh, and last but certainly not least - my absolute favorite place to shop - Crimson in the City!

KECHAN PATTERSON
Executive Assistant and Office Manager

Educational Background: First of all I must say that I'm a career college student. I have an Associates Degree from El Centro College and a Computer Certification. I graduated in August 2008 from the University of North Texas – Dallas Campus with my BA in General Studies. I'm also very much interested in UNT's MBA program in Strategic Management a.k.a. Business Administration.

Favorite Past Time – Hobbies: Spending time with family/friends playing games and doing activities. My secret passions are shoes, purses and traveling.

Family: My loving husband, Mario Patterson, our 10 year old daughter Kelly and our 6 year old son Chase.

Greatest Talent:

1. I'm the "Office Mom"
2. I'm a good listener & friend
3. Having the ability to work with different personality and management styles.

How long have you been on the Downtown Dallas, Inc. Team? WOW, how do I answer this question with out revealing my age? I started working atDowntown Dallas, Inc. very early in life, I was 12 and I've been here for 14 years.

What do you like about being a member of Downtown Dallas, Inc. Team? Downtown has always been special to me. I can remember riding the bus down here to shop at Sanger Harris then we would have lunch at a mom & pop owned deli on Main Street. I later attend high school downtown at the Business & Management Magnet Center, which was located on Bryan Street. I was downtown when Main Street was under construction from Harwood to Griffin and we created Pegasus Plaza. It's a joy to be apart of the revitalization of Downtown.

What is your DSPOT (a.k.a. your favorite Downtown Spot)? My DSPOTS have evolved over the years, in high school, my DSPOT was the Plaza of the Americas due to the skating ring, Fletcher's corny dog shop and the sky bridge were cool places to take pictures. As I sit here typing my answers to this questionnaire, glancing at my engagement ring, I must say that now my favorite DSPOT is the Adolphus Hotel because that's where Cupid shot me with his arrow and I met Mario. It was during our first vacation together at the Noble House Portofino Hotel in Redondo Beach California that we both knew; we have something special. The hotel accommodations were wonderful, we were in walking distance from great restaurants and the Pacific Ocean. Shortly after our vacation Mario proposed. I guest you could say our story is Love at the Adolphus.
My other DSPOTs are Iron Cactus, that's were we had our first lunch date and it's great for the Girls Night out, TEN Sports Grill, Mario and I have spent countless hours playing their bowling game and now they have the Wii, (I'm so excited), Roma Pizza, the slices are enormous, Seventeen Seventeen at the DMA and Tower Club because they know customer service, regardless of size of the function, Tower Club can meet and exceed all of your needs.

JIM WOOD
Director - Planning, Transportation and Development

Education Background: Master of Public Administration and Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas.

Favorite Past Time/Hobbies: Cooking, reading, visiting new places.

Family: Wife Patty, daughter Katie, son-in-law Mike, Hadley the dog, Miss Jackson the cat, Jersey my grand cat and a grandbaby on the way.

How long have you been on the Downtown Dallas, Inc. Team? 3 years

What do you like about being a member of the Downtown Dallas, Inc. Team? One of the last things I did before retiring from the city of Dallas was to work on economic development projects for Downtown. I fell in love with everything about Downtown and became really excited about the revitalization in residential and retail activities that was occurring. So upon leaving the city, I was fortunate to be able to become part of the Downtown Dallas, Inc.Team where I can continue being excited about making Downtown the best place to live, work and play.

What is your D SPOT? I have many D Spots, most of which have to do with food. From sit down restaurants with white table cloths to fast food delis, Downtown has it all; just walking through the streets brings a multitude of exhilarating smells. Another favorite of mine is the Dallas Fish Market. Other D Spots include Neiman Marcus and Jos A. Bank, the Magnolia Hotel, and the Nasher Sculpture Center. On my agenda to explore more are D Spots in Victory and South Side, although I've already checked out many of the food options.