Lee Harkness is currently the Executive Director of DJDC. Lee is responsible for the execution and management of the “Main Street Program” in accordance with guidelines as set forth by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Jamestown, New York.

Prior to DJDC Lee was a development specialist, rural development specialist and events coordinator for the Chautauqua County Department of Development and IDA; Project Coordinator for the New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs; original member of the New York State Rural Development Council; owner/operator of retail/wholesale feed, farm supply, crop production company; manager of petroleum bulk plant; and owner/operator of complete horse training/tack store operation.