Our Story
Phoenix Community Alliance (PCA) is an influential 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that strives to activate, advocate, and build Greater Downtown Phoenix through the united vision and commitment of our Members.
Formed in 1983, when a much smaller Downtown Phoenix was in decline, PCA launched significant public-private partnerships that catalyzed quality new development in the heart of Phoenix and contributed to our growing urban vitality. As the premier business leadership organization dedicated to Greater Downtown Phoenix, PCA provides engagement opportunities that link key stakeholders, identify synergies across sectors, foster collaboration, and connect key decision-makers to resources and potential partners.
Today, PCA continues to find the right opportunities for business leaders to collaborate with local governments and other stakeholders, including educational, cultural, nonprofit, and various business industries, to build the 21st-century city we want. PCA works closely with City of Phoenix elected officials and staff and serves as an effective platform for public/private dialogue on community and economic development issues. As the membership affiliate of Downtown Phoenix Inc., PCA immediately connects you with all that Downtown Phoenix has to offer.
PCA Members have greater access to information and opportunities that directly and positively affect their businesses, bottom lines, and impact in the community.
Meet The Team
Patrick McDaniel
Advocacy Director
Patrick McDaniel is a Downtown Phoenix resident whose passion for rallying diverse relationships makes him a great Advocacy Director.
Patrick's role positions PCA to help articulate the vision of Greater Downtown Phoenix, formulate public policy, and shape critical messages for the benefit of the city, state, and entire region. Patrick is enthusiastic about working alongside our Members, Committee, and Board to further the impact of the organization
When you see Patrick out and about on Downtown Phoenix patios, his favorite place to people watch, make sure you say hello!
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Leah Tan
Communications + Events Manager
Leah Tan is a card carrying Downtowner—a member of the growing legion of urbanites choosing a live/work/play/learn lifestyle. Leah came to Phoenix Community Alliance by way of Arizona State University, where she was first introduced to PCA during a semester spent working with the Education Committee researching the perception of Education in the urban core.
Leah is proud to be a part of a team that is able to make such positive impacts on the neighborhood and community she loves so much.
Leah’s passions outside the office include dogs, plants, and weekend bike rides around DTPHX neighborhoods.
Dominic Papa
Senior Director
Dominic Papa embodies PCA’s pillars of activating, advocating, and building a stronger Downtown for a better Phoenix.
Dom brings a well-established connection to our organization and mission, having served previously on our Board of Directors. He comes to PCA with a unique knowledge base of governance and how public-private partnership opportunities enhance city initiatives. Prior to joining PCA, he held leadership roles with the Arizona Commerce Authority, Amazon Web Services, and, most recently, the N50 Project.
Dom was the recipient of PCA’s inaugural Center City Newcomer Award in 2020, which honors individuals making a rapidly growing impact on Greater Downtown Phoenix. It's a full circle moment for PCA, and we're excited to have him on our team!
Alex Molina
Membership Services Coordinator
Alex Molina has the pulse on Downtown and is passionate about ensuring our Members have access to the timely information and resources that benefit them.
As Membership Services Coordinator, Alex acts as a conduit for our small nonprofit and retail Members as the organization discovers new tools to deepen its value for our membership and make an impact on our evolving community.
Alex is from the sunniest city on earth (Yuma, AZ), which explains why his bright smile lights up the room!
