Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area Appoints New Executive Director

The Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) has appointed Nour Mazloum as its new executive director, effective June 10, announced on Monday.

Mazloum has experience in marketing, communications and community engagement. Photo courtesy of DBIA.

Nour's appointment came after the former director Terry Guiel, stepped down last October.

During her tenure in Kingston, Mazloum spearheaded the launch of a Naloxone for Business program in collaboration with the Downtown Kingston BIA and established the Kingston Young Professionals Network, a platform for fostering collaboration and networking among emerging leaders in the community.

“I am excited to join the Peterborough DBIA as the new Executive Director,” said Nour Mazloum. “I am looking forward to working closely with the Board of Directors, downtown businesses and staff to advance the strategic priorities. Together, we will build on the momentum to ensure downtown Peterborough is a vibrant, inclusive and thriving urban space.”

As the new Executive Director, Nour Mazloum will oversee strategic initiatives, community engagement efforts, and placemaking projects further to elevate the vibrancy and appeal of downtown Peterborough according to a press release.

“We are thrilled to welcome Nour as our new Executive Director,” says Sacha Lai-Svirk, DBIA Chair. “Her proven leadership, innovative approach, and passion for community engagement make her the perfect candidate to lead the DBIA in its strategic revitalization initiatives. We are confident that Nour's appointment will mark a new chapter of growth and prosperity for downtown Peterborough.”

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