What We Do
We Help To Create A Thriving
Downtown Tuscaloosa
Our vision is to be a driving force for a vibrant and economically healthy downtown Tuscaloosa. Represent and advocate for business owners, property owners and relevant stakeholders within the downtown community. We’re committed to establishing clear lines of communication with non-profit organizations, neighborhood associations, community groups, and public sector entities.
Networking Opportunities
Members can connect with fellow business owners, fostering partnerships and collaboration, ultimately leading to greater business growth and community engagement.
Advocacy
and Support
The association represents the interests of businesses, ensuring members have a voice in local decisions that impact their operations.
Marketing and Promotion
Members benefit from collective marketing efforts, including events, advertising campaigns, and online promotions, which increase visibility and customer traffic.
Power In Numbers
Our Track Record
50
Downtown Members and Growing
15+
Educational
Meetings
6,000+
Reach to our public
audiences
5
Yearly
Events
Why We Exist
Our Core Focus
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Enhance Downtown Tuscaloosa as a center for commerce, a destination for visitors, and an asset to the residents of Tuscaloosa
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Create and enhance downtown events/festivals
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Advocate on behalf of our members
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Create clear lines of communication among all relevant stakeholders
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Initiate and maintain the ongoing beautification and enhancement of the downtown area
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Engage with public sector and relevant stakeholders on short term and long term planning initiatives
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Create and enhance partnerships with the City of Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa Sports & Tourism, West Alabama Chamber of Commerce, Tuscaloosa County, local universities, and neighborhood associations
Member Spotlight
Art Garage
2422 6th St., Tuscaloosa, AL, United States, Alabama
The Art Garage is an art studio for children in Tuscaloosa, AL. We offer birthday parties, events, weekly classes, and daily open play sessions that last 1 hour long and allow children to explore art through structured and unstructured activities.
“I'm grateful that the association is my voice to the city government.”
"Being a part of the association ensures that my downtown business is recognized in deciison making that affects me and my staff regularly."
Brandon Tribble, Central Mesa
“Surpassed All
My Expectations!”
"Being a part of TDMA has helped grow my business exponentially. To be a part of a merchant community in my vicinity has really helped make me feel like a part of a downtown community."
Morgan Hunt, Velocity Cycles
“I Couldn't Be Happier with the Results”
"I'm so excited about the community that TDMA has fostered downtown and with the local government, I had to leave another review! TDMA is just a fantastic group to be a part of!"
Brandon Tribble, WIne Market
What Members Say
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