Darryl T. Downing

Darryl is a career community leader, activist, and President and Founder of I-AM-HARLEM, a Marketing/Production Consultancy.  His dissemination and promotion of Harlem’s small business and cultural entities and events make him Harlem’s premier marketer (“Harlem’s Town Crier… For Hire!!”).  As many know, Darryl has long been associated with the New Heritage Theatre Group (New York’s Oldest Not for Profit Theatre- Celebrating 55 Years) as a Producer/ Audience Development Manager (And Most Recently In-House Photographer). His social media marketing and promotions proficiency augment his ability to manage, front and back of house staff during the theatre’s productions and events. Likewise outreach and marketing for the Harlem Business Alliance has also feathered Mr. Downing’s professional cap. Facilitation of electronic marketing brings the clients in. Mr. Downing then ensures a competently run workshop and follow-up.

Mr. Downing’s aforementioned aptitude has enhanced his association as Special Event Manager for HARLEM WEEK Inc, the Greater Harlem Chamber Of Commerce and The Harlem Arts Alliance. Similarly, his administration of youth and afterschool programs for Mindbuilders Creative Arts Center, Bronx NY. and Harlem School of The Arts have solidified Darryl T’s commitment to his beloved Harlem.

 The Bradhurst Merchants association has selected Mr. Downing as a delegate to its Board of Directors since the 2016 campaign!

Mr. Downing’s I-AM-HARLEM brand currently graces the signage of Jazzmobile, and Harlem World Magazine’s “Harlem Summit” And Special Events.