Our team of passionate community builders works closely with the City of Rock Island to revitalize and manage Downtown Rock Island. In partnership with the Quad Cities Chamber team and the City of Rock Island, we are able to drive growth and foster community engagement. The Quad Cities Chamber team supports the Downtown Alliance with shared services, including finance, administration, and marketing. We are also fortunate to have a dedicated group of amazing ambassadors who round out our team, bringing their enthusiasm and commitment to the continued success of our downtown area.
Jack Cullen was hired in April 2021 to lead the Downtown Rock Island Steering Committee and explore the creation of a new place management organization and sustainable funding model to support revitalization efforts in Downtown Rock Island. He transitioned to the founding Executive Director of the Rock Island Downtown Alliance when the organization and board of directors formed in 2023. Jack was named to the International Downtown Association’s 2023 Emerging Leader Fellowship Program and obtained the designation of Certified Leader in Place Management (LPM) in 2026. Before joining the industry, he worked as a professional journalist. A native of Madison, Wisconsin, and a graduate of Augustana College, Jack lives with his family in Rock Island.
Before joining the Rock Island Downtown Alliance in September 2023, De’Andre Robinson worked as the Community Outreach Coordinator at Downtown Rock Island-based nonprofit Christian Care, providing homeless street outreach and case management services throughout the Illinois Quad Cities. He leads a crew of Cleaning Ambassadors and helps manage partnerships with law enforcement, private security, public transit and social service providers. Robinson and his family live in Rock Island.
Allison Baltimore supports public events, promotions and marketing for the Rock Island Downtown Alliance. She works with downtown businesses, vendors and community partners to coordinate programs and create engaging experiences in Downtown Rock Island. Born and raised in the Quad Cities, Allison earned her bachelor’s degree in communication from the University of Iowa and has a background in social and digital media, event promotion and hospitality.