Focus Area - Urban DevelopmentHRS, Inc. is the premier search firm in the urban space. The firm has placed more downtown leaders than any other firm in the industry — leaders who are driving some of the most recognized national programs in cities throughout North America.

HRS, Inc. earned Preferred Provider status from the International Downtown Association (IDA) in 2004 based on demonstrated performance and client satisfaction. The firm has maintained that relationship since.

Our unique process and resources, coupled with over 30-years of experience, drives the identification of both traditional and non-traditional candidates who inspire, vision, and collaborate to support communities in achieving their potential. Leaders who build sustainable, place-oriented initiatives that maximize the live, work, and play experience unique to each city and community.

The firm’s expertise includes a wide array of urban organizations such as, Public-Private Partnerships, BIDS, SSIDS, Development Corporations, Downtown Authorities, Professional Associations, Community Development Corporations (CDCs), River Development, and Innovation Districts.


Cherry Creek North Business Improvement Districgt

Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District

The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) is a public organization primarily funded by private commercial taxpayers. The BID’s ...
CENTRO San Antonio

CENTRO San Antonio

San Antonio is the seventh largest city in the United States and is 64% Hispanic. It is a UNESCO City ...
Downtown Cleveland Alliance

Downtown Cleveland Alliance

The Downtown Cleveland Alliance (DCA) strives to make Downtown Cleveland the most compelling place to live, work and play. To ...
Downtown Indy, Inc.

Downtown Indy

Indianapolis is one of the 20 largest cities in the U.S. and a world-class destination known for spectacular monuments that ...
Downtown Memphis Commission

Downtown Memphis Commission

Memphis is one of the 30 largest cities in the United States and one of the top 10 U.S. cities ...
Downtown Tuscon Partnership

Downtown Tucson Partnership

The Downtown Tucson Partnership is a nonprofit, 501 (c)(6) corporation created in 1998 to implement enhanced municipal services for the ...
Tulsa Downtown Coordinating Council

Tulsa Downtown Coordinating Council

The Tulsa Downtown Coordinating Council is an advisory board comprised of downtown property owners, civic leaders, and business owners that ...
Downtown Yonge

Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Association

Yonge is the heart of Toronto’s world-class downtown experience and is considered Canada’s iconic main street and compares to Times ...
East Liberty Development, Inc.

East Liberty Development Inc.

East Liberty Development Inc. (ELDI) supports the East Liberty community, Pittsburgh's liveliest neighborhood, through planning, advocacy, facilitation and investment. ELDI ...
Erie Innovation District

Erie Innovation District

The Erie Innovation District was created to augment over $500 million in capital investment in the city’s core to support ...