About DMVA

Del Mar Village Association (DMVA) is a 501c3 non-profit Main Street organization with a Board of Directors that includes Del Mar residents, downtown Del Mar business owners, and commercial property owners dedicated to working together to enhance the vitality of the Village of Del Mar while preserving the community’s history and unique character. DMVA is a Main Street, Economic Development, Event, and Destination Marketing Organization. DMVA receives funding from the City of Del Mar, San Diego County, business partners and sponsors, event fundraisers, and community donations.

 

“The Del Mar Village Association plays an important role in the economic vitality of Del Mar businesses and the community as a whole. Their partnership and collaboration with the City of Del Mar is invaluable and helps to create an environment in which Del Mar businesses can thrive. DMVA, thank you for all you do in support of Del Mar!”

- Ashley Jones City Manager, City of Del Mar

 

Meet the Team

BETH GUTIERREZ

Events/Program Director

TYLER GROVEMarketing Manager

TYLER GROVE

Marketing Manager

ALICIA GREGSON

Partnership/Sponsorship


Board of Directors

 

 

Executive Committee

Drew Vick

President, Monarch Del Mar

Bing Bush

Promotions Chair, Law Offices of Bing I. Bush, Jr.

Karen Powell

Secretary, Resident

Charles Koll

Design Chair, Viewpoint Brewing Co.

Josh McSpadden

Treasurer, US Bank

 

Board Members

Tristan Hallman, 22nd District Agricultural Association

Sharon Hilliard, At Large Resident

Susan Maronde, Resident

Brendan Mulligan, At Large Resident

Allison Perricone, Tamarindo Del Mar

Chris Ryan, L’Auberge Del Mar

Carl Scherbaum, EDCO

Mary Lou Amen, Resident

Jim Coleman, State Farm Insurance

Beth Davidson, Barry Estates

Amanda Devine, Coral Del Mar

Tamara Failla, Del Mar Plaza

Ryan Frear, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club

Stephanie Garbaczewski, NIKS Medical Spa


City Council Liaisons

Tracy Martinez, Del Mar City Council

Terry Gaasterland, Del Mar City Council


Reviews From Our Village

"I am so thankful to the DMVA for the support it gives our business with extra marketing tools, promotions, and events. They connect people and ideas, and bring the entire community together. Their commitment has helped our business thrive while staying closely tied to the village and the people we serve."

KC Vafiadis, Stratford Square Del Mar

“Architecture is a professional service business, so it is easy to be invisible. I appreciate being on the Del Mar Village Association map, not only to be able to support other businesses in town but so that other businesses know I am here and support them.”

Kit Leeger, Leeger Architecture

“Super excited for another year. You guys crushed it with all the awesome activities last year... We love being a part of such a special community.”

Jordan Robson, Del Mar Pizza

“At Tamarindo Del Mar, we celebrate the power of partnership and the beauty of community. With deep gratitude, we acknowledge DMVA for their steadfast collaboration and shared values. Here's to the strength of our partnership and the spirit of community that unites us.”

Allison Perricone, Tamarindo Del Mar

“The Del Mar Village Association plays such an important role in the economic vitality of Del Mar businesses and the community as a whole. Their partnership and collaboration with the City of Del Mar is invaluable and help to create an environment in which Del Mar businesses can thrive. DMVA, thank you for all you do in support of Del Mar!”

Ashley Jones City Manager, City of Del Mar

“The Del Mar Fairgrounds is proud to partner with the Del Mar Village Association in supporting a vibrant and thriving community. Together, we help create meaningful experiences that benefit local businesses, residents, and visitors alike, while strengthening the economic and cultural fabric of Del Mar's unique Village.”

Tristan Hallman, Chief Communications Officer, 22nd District Agricultural Association/Del Mar Fairgrounds


Awards

 

DMVA has earned the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest recognition level for nonprofit organizations on Candid (formerly GuideStar), demonstrating its commitment to sharing strategy, goals, and impact metrics with the public.