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About Downtown Austin Alliance We are dedicated to maximizing Downtown Austin’s potential. The Downtown Austin Alliance is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation and steward of our community’s collective vision for downtown Austin. We enhance every aspect of the downtown experience through advocacy, research, planning and placemaking. We are the managing entity of the Downtown Public Improvement District and provide direct services that keep the area clean, safe and welcoming. Downtown Austin is the urban core of one of America’s fastest-growing cities. It is a growing residential area, our city’s largest employment center, the center of city and state government, and home to culture, entertainment and events that draw people from across the city and around the world. Where energy meets opportunity. Downtown Austin offers an unmatched blend of culture, connectivity and commerce — making it the ideal place to launch, grow, or relocate a business. With access to top talent, world-class amenities, and a dynamic mix of residents, workers, and visitors, downtown provides the visibility, vibrancy, and infrastructure businesses need to thrive. Whether you’re a startup, retailer, or global firm, downtown is where energy meets opportunity.