The former head of the DIA Partnership has taken the top role at the Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District.
Julie Bender, who served as president and chief executive of the DIA Partnership since it was founded in 1996, began work at the Cherry Creek North BID today. She replaces Marc Schtul, who announced his resignation in September.
The Cherry Creek North BID markets the retail district and provides a variety of services in the 16-block area. It is funded through property tax collections.
During her time at the DIA Partnership, Bender helped shepherd economic development in region surrounding DIA. The area has since emerged as an economic hub and is expected to account for 30 percent of the metro area’s employment growth.
Staff writer Kristi Arellano can be reached at 303-954-1902 or karellano@denverpost.com.
