It could one day, but currently DCVB and visitor sector businesses have decided that the best way for the private sector to participate is through sponsorship of pages in DCVB publications and other cooperative marketing projects. Three are appointed by the Durham City Council to represent residents at-large, the business community and neighborhoods. Three are appointed by the Durham Board of County Commissioners to represent residents at-large, community and cultural organizations and the visitor sector of the economy. The Council and Commission also jointly appoint a member to the Board. Openings and applications are advertised.
Residency is required.
It is a seven member body appointed to advise and counsel the DCVB President and Board. Openings are advertised. Members are nominated by the DCVB Board and appointed by the City Council and the County Commission. The Advisory Board meets at 4pm on the first Monday of every other month except December. The Durham Visitor Information Center at Morgan and Mangum Streets is the official Durham facility.