Unlocking Potential Between Public and Private.
Capitol + Main works to identify the potential when the public sector works hand in hand with the private sector.
What we Do
Economic development looks different today than economic development of decades past. Smoke filled rooms are not where the deals get done in the modern age.
Placemaking is a vital strategy in modern economic development because it transforms physical spaces into vibrant, inclusive, and engaging environments that attract people, businesses, and investment.
We specialize in bridging the gap between the public and private sectors to bring initiatives to life.
Sometimes the answer is simple. Other times it is complex. Oftentimes it's somewhere in between those two extremes.
Our Services
Placemaking
Need a space activated? We can help transform a space from uninviting to welcoming and unique. Creating a sense of place is essential for authentic public spaces.
Public Relations
We craft compelling narratives that resonate with stakeholders, media, and the public—amplifying your mission, managing perceptions, and driving support for your initiatives.
advocacy
Capitol + Main helps navigate the complex landscape of local and state government, building the relationships and strategies needed to move projects forward. With deep experience in public policy, we serve as a trusted guide through regulatory, legislative, and political processes.
Event Planning
From neighborhood festivals to economic development announcements, we plan and execute public-facing events that engage communities, celebrate place, and align with strategic goals.
Public Speaking
Gabe is available to speak on placemaking, policy, preservation, and the power of public-private collaboration—offering real-world insights grounded in two decades of civic leadership and development work.
Historic preservation
With hands-on experience restoring over 20 historic properties, we offer the expertise to unlock value through preservation—from project planning and tax credits to storytelling and community buy-in.
who we are
Connectors. Advocates. City-Builders.
Gabe Holmstrom
Principal
Gabe Holmstrom spent 10 years as the Executive Director of the Downtown Little Rock Partnership, where he focused on public policy advocacy, event planning, placemaking, public safety and public art installations.
Certified by the International Downtown Association as a Leader in Place Management (LPM), he was also part of their Emerging Leaders Fellowship program.
During his time downtown, Gabe added multiple successful events, initiated a downtown ambassador program, and successfully spearheaded large-scale public art installations downtown. He also worked to pass legislation creating entertainment districts and improving the state's historic rehabilitation tax credit program. Additionally, he oversaw the first full scale downtown master plan in Little Rock.
He has been named to the “Arkansas 250” list by Arkansas Business and the “AMP Future 50” by Arkansas Money & Politics.
Prior to his work at the downtown place management organization, he served as Chief of Staff at the Arkansas House of Representatives.
In the course of his career, he worked for CJRW, one of the largest full service marketing firms in the Southwest, the Arkansas Attorney General, a Member of Congress, and ran campaigns that have won and lost. Additionally, he has worked for both Republicans and Democrats.
A licensed real estate broker, Gabe grew up working in the construction business. In the past two decades, he has restored over 30 homes and buildings in Central Arkansas, primarily focusing on historic preservation. His preservation work has been recognized multiple times by Preserve Arkansas and the Quapaw Quarter Association.
He is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he studied political science. He lives in Little Rock with his wife Katherine, and his son, Gus.
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