Block by Block Names Eric Souza Regional Vice President Mid-Atlantic 

BALTIMORE, MD — Block by Block is excited to announce Eric Souza has been named Regional Vice President Mid-Atlantic, where he will be responsible for overall operational and financial performance of sixteen cleaning, safety, outreach, hospitality, and horticulture Ambassador Programs in Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and the District Of Columbia. 

Eric was previously the President & CEO of the Midtown Community Benefits District in Baltimore, where he led efforts to strengthen relationships across government, private, and nonprofit sections to support vibrant, inclusive communities. His leadership secured millions in funding for operational and capital programs, implemented strategic workforce initiatives, and advanced policies that ensured Midtown’s long-term sustainability. Prior to his role at Midtown, Eric served as the Director of Operations for the Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore and was Regional Vice President for Block by Block. 

Souza’s career in public space management began more than 16 years ago with Block by Block, as an Operations Manager. “My desire to work for the company was driven by a deep belief that well-maintained, welcoming, and inclusive environments are essential to thriving communities,” he said. “At their best, public spaces are where economic opportunity meets community identity. When managed with intention and equity, they’re not just gathering places, they’re powerful tools for social and economic progress.” 

Vice President of Operations Derreck Hughes said Block by Block was excited for Souza’s return to the company. “Eric’s deep place management expertise and leadership experience will be instrumental in advancing our customers’ operational goals and providing high-level support for our teams across the Mid-Atlantic. We’re excited to see him blend his past experiences—both with our company and in the broader place management community—into new strategies that will drive the future success of our business,” Hughes said. 

A longtime resident of Baltimore, Souza said he has witnessed “real transformation in Baltimore’s public spaces, one rooted in collaboration, equity, and a growing recognition that vibrant public spaces are critical to a city’s health and prosperity.” He is excited to play a part in Block by Block’s mission of making public spaces more vibrant and welcoming for communities. 

“As we move into the future, I believe we can continue to enhance our impact for clients by creating meaningful change through public space enhancements, economic development, and strategic partnerships. I look forward to being a leader within the organization as we strengthen our platform as the premier service provider in public space management nationwide,” he said. 

Block by Block has a robust history working in downtowns since their first program launched in Louisville, KY in 1995. More than strictly a clean and safe service provider, Block by Block has developed an optimized operating model built on best practices, research and development and modern technology that has attracted partners in more than 180 locations nationwide, including improvement districts, parks, college campuses, transit systems and other public spaces.  

  

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