Laura Tetley Todd of Downtown District Consulting is the face behind dozens of revived Tennessee downtowns, although her achievements didn’t happen overnight. She has spent her entire career gaining the experience that contributes to her successes. What started in Collierville, TN, has now spread across the state and even extends to Mississippi. What is this magic we’re talking about? 

It’s a hub for culture and community, a home for your neighbors, and a destination for new friends. It’s your town reimagined! 

Overall, the revitalization of a hometown is an opportunity to time travel: the past, present, and future will intertwine resulting in an atmosphere for economic development, an elevation of your neighbor’s quality of life, and a space for your residents to thrive. 

Bringing your beloved town back to life is not a quick or easy process, but it is worth the work. Via her company, Downtown District Consulting, Laura will guide your community’s leaders through the rigorous and complex revitalization process with the objective of economic development. Her step-by-step approach and simplified tactics will allow your downtown district to reach its full potential. 

What is Main Street Alphabet Soup?

Laura uses her thoughtfully designed “Main Street Alphabet Soup” as a teaching tool to keep her clients on the path to success. As your community embarks on this journey, this four-point approach prioritizes needs and prevents wandering away from main objectives. This tool is one example of how Laura will streamline the project and reduce unnecessary expenditure of resources.

Sense of Activity – 3 Ms 

Manpower + Money + Mission 

Market the city’s downtown to establish a unified image and encourage an exciting variety of activities for all members of the community. 

Sense of Ownership – 3 Ws 

Wealth + Workers + Wisdom 

Establish sound fiscal and management policies to ensure efficient operations of the organization and programs. 

Sense of Vitality – 3 Rs 

Restaurants + Rooftop + Retail 

Strengthen and broaden the economic base of the downtown district. 

Sense of Place – 3 Ps 

Promote + Partnership + Preserve 

Encourage improvements to the visual appearance of the downtown area with enhancements to the historic district. 

Reimagining Your Hometown with Downtown District Consulting

Is your town ready to knock the socks off your residents and wow visitors with a brand-new vibe? Dive deeper into Main Street Alphabet Soup with Laura Tetley Todd and Downtown District Consulting. She has mentored more than 20 towns as part of the Tennessee Downtowns program, and she currently serves 23 communities in Tennessee Main Street. Her services have also extended to the Mississippi Main Street Association. 

Learn more about Laura Tetley Todd here. The success story of Collierville, TN is something to admire. See it with your own eyes here and learn how Laura’s efforts are still paying off in this charming West Tennessee town. 

Contact Downtown District Consulting to take the first step in your town’s revitalization journey. Laura is your friend and ally as your downtown comes to life. The time is now and there have never been more resources available. Reach out to Laura today!