Ashley Harder Email & Phone Number

As an independent developer with a passion for revitalizing Downtown Phoenix, I have dedicated over a decade to transforming historic buildings into vibrant commercial spaces. My approach is community-first, enhancing value while preserving historical integrity to enrich the urban landscape of our evolving downtown core.My commitment to sustainable development is evidenced by active roles on the Boards of the Downtown Phoenix Community Development Corporation and the Phoenix Community Alliance, and my past service on the Local First For(u)m’s Advisory Council. Most recently, I was appointed to the Arizona-America250 Commission, reflecting my dedication to community-oriented development that enhances local values.A patron of the arts, I co-founded Treeo Art Space and have curated significant projects, like the integration of the Covarrubias Collection at the Arizona State Senate Building. These initiatives underscore my belief in integrating local culture into community spaces.Key Achievements:Innovative Marketing Solutions: I lead digital strategy for properties, establishing robust digital foundations that include website creation, custom emails, and comprehensive social media setups. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our team implemented creative marketing strategies like wheatpasting vintage advertisements for public art displays, blending historical reverence with modern outreach to enhance visibility and engage the community.Historic Preservation Advocacy: I spearhead advocacy efforts with Preserve PHX, championing the preservation of Phoenix’s architectural heritage and promoting sustainable urban growth.Community Engagement: I have initiated and led various community-focused projects, such as organizing an annual Water Drive for the Human Services Campus and enhancing local arts by engaging artists and chefs in pop-up events at Treeo Art Space.Governor Appointment: Honored by Governor Hobbs' Office with an appointment to serve on the Arizona-America250 Commission, I am dedicated to celebrating our state's past, present, and future.I am always open to discussing potential projects and collaborations that contribute to the vibrancy and sustainability of our community. Let’s connect!

Listed skills include Real Estate Development, Urban Redevelopment, Interior Design, Urban Infill, and 15 others.

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  Principal

  Harder Development

  Phoenix, Az, Us