The running of the Downtown Market is the result of incredible teamwork. Here’s the team behind the work.
Mimi Fritz
President/CEO
Mimi has spent the past ten years designing strong urban places for communities of people to live and have fun. As president and CEO of the Downtown Market, she is focused on creating a healthier food system that connects farmers, chefs, and consumers.
mimi@downtownmarketgr.com
Amanda Gielczyk
Vice President of Marketing & Operations
Amanda brings over ten years of retail marketing experience. She is a forward-thinking and results-oriented manager, with demonstrated expertise in event planning and media buying!
amanda@downtownmarketgr.com
Mary Gunther
Director of Human Resources
Mary has a passion for moving organizations and people forward! Mary leads efforts to build human resource processes, procedures, and programs with the goal of making the Downtown Market an innovative, forward-thinking organization - and one of the best places to work for in Grand Rapids!
mary@downtownmarketgr.com
Carrie Zandbergen
Director of Sales & Events
Carrie is helping to turn the Market into THE destination for magical events in downtown Grand Rapids. She oversees the private event staff, and is the person to talk to if you’re looking for a venue that your guests will never forget.
carrie@downtownmarketgr.com
Tom Peterson
Leasing & Tenant Relations Manager
Tom is an experienced commercial real estate professional with a complex background ranging from retail leasing to finance. Tom oversees all of our leasing activities as well as tenant relations, and strives to advance the Market’s mission to maintain and enhance its status as a vibrant gathering place for our community.
tom@downtownmarketgr.com
Ryan Brinkerhoff
Creative Manager
Ryan is about as creative as they come. With a strong focus on design, he leads the Market’s branding and visual communication through careful art direction and execution.
ryan@downtownmarketgr.com
Carlie Zervan
Digital Marketing Coordinator
With more than five years of digital marketing experience, Carlie uses her knowledge and skills to tell the story of the Market. Carlie’s goal is to show the community that whether it’s a cooking class or scoop of ice cream, there is a little something for everyone at the Downtown Market.
socialmedia@downtownmarketgr.com
Cait Fritz
Operations Manager
Cait’s efforts span multiple facets of the Market, office operations, technology, book keeping and so much more.
cait@downtownmarketgr.com
Madison Martinez
Event Coordinator
Madison brings more to the table than just precise event coordination! Her past experience as an event planner and wedding assistant makes her an asset to the Market and the Events Team.
madison@downtownmarketgr.com
Katie Clark
Beverage & Events Manager
Katie handles beverage services and staffing for all Market private events. She is in charge of making sure your event’s bar is well staffed and your guests are well served!
katie@downtownmarketgr.com
Denise Hopkins
Greenhouse Manager
Denise brings her love of nature and experience creating empowering spaces to our greenhouse. As an architect, landscape designer, and plantswoman, she’s growing our indoor and outdoor gardens.
greenhouse@downtownmarketgr.com
Kelsey Harvey
Office Manager
Kelsey is indispensable when it comes to keeping the Admin Office running smoothly. Her attention to detail is only matched by her positive attitude!
kelsey@downtownmarketgr.com
Laura Rowland
Administrative Coordinator
Laura loves the Downtown Market, and she’s happy to tell you why! With a background in hospitality and communications, she’s always ready to give exceptional guest service-no matter what you need.
laura@downtownmarketgr.com
Paris Collins-McClain
Administrative Coordinator
Paris takes her job very seriously, but that doesn’t stop her from helping Market guests with a smile! She is enthusiastic about her duties as an Administrative Coordinator and it shows!
paris@downtownmarketgr.com
Jordan Kossuth
Administrative Coordinator
Jordan pilots the Administrative Office over the weekends. Her ability to problem solve is only surpassed by her willingness to help!
Jordan@downtownmarketgr.com
Brian Burch
Public Relations
Brian is a communications professional with more than 12 years of experience working with some of the Midwest’s biggest ideas, including ArtPrize, Start Garden, the Grand Rapids Art Museum and Millennium Park: Chicago.
brian@burchpartners.com
Erin Cataldo
Public Relations
Erin takes PR seriously. She gets Market news out there with determination and creativity.
erin@burchpartners.com
OUR FACILITIES TEAM
Our porters do the hard work of keeping the Market clean and preparing our spaces for private events and Market activities.
Glenn Bachelder
Director of Facilities
Glenn has over ten years of facility management under his belt! His extensive knowledge of plumbing, heating, construction, and maintenance make him an expert in assuring the Market is in tip top shape.
Wanda Bluntson
Porter
Jazmyne James
Porter
Elizabeth Medendorp
Porter
Patrick Watson
Porter
Dayna Jousma
Porter
