We are very thankful to our 2023 Sponsors! Their support is crucial to our mission! Please keep them in mind when you are in need of services- support the businesses that support us!
*Marquee Sponsor* Phyllis & Sid Bresler AND Robert I Schattner Foundation Inc.
*Photo Booth Sponsor* NextAfter helps nonprofits grow their digital fundraising by empowering them with research and experimentation to learn exactly what works to grow generosity. NextAfter combines the perpetual learning of a fundraising research lab, the practical application of a digital-first agency, and the rigorous instruction of a training institute. They take the learnings from their online fundraising research and implement them with innovative nonprofits to reach more people, acquire more donors, raise more money, and grow generosity.
*Entertainment Sponsor* Kollective Auto Group- At Kollective, they believe the way customers shop for luxury vehicles is evolving. Therefore, their brands must evolve with them. Kollective isn't purely car dealerships anymore. They are digital. They are physical. They are modern. They are retail. Their approach, simple: to serve their customers, not chase them.
*Gold Beads Sponsors* The Hirzel Family
Freedom Bank strives to provide compelling ideas, relevant financial products and exceptional service to their clients in the way they wish to be served. They concentrate on industry verticals to deliver unique, sector-specific solutions and have market executives to engage local businesses and communities. Through the use of innovative technology, network of sales offices, and a team of experienced bankers, they make banking functional and convenient for you and your business.
SDL Consulting-SDL knows the business world is constantly changing - in order for your business to keep up, you have to be able to adapt. As small business owners, SDL knows implementing changes to a business can be a daunting task when the day-to-day work still needs to be done. That's why they play the role of an internal employee - familiarizing themselves with your company, your systems and your goals while maintaining the ability to singularly focus on the issues you face. Utilizing their inside perspective, they are able to work to change your business for the better while you and your staff work to keep the business moving forward.
*Good Neighbor Sponsor* Tara Bloch
The Govan Real Estate Group's number one priority is making sure their client is happy. Whether it is helping them sell their home or finding their dream home to buy, they listen to their client's needs and provide them expert guidance and genuine support through the entire real estate transaction.
Carol Kraus Hamal Katie Hunter- Your Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland Real Estate Expert. Whether you are thinking of selling or buying, Katie is your expert resource for residential real estate in Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland. Katie is a seasoned Realtor and consistently ranks as a top producer in the DC Metro area. You can count on detailed market knowledge and strong negotiation skills to help you accomplish your real estate goals. Serving people and guiding clients through the buying and selling process is something she is passionate about. Whether people are looking to buy the ideal match for their budget and family’s needs or want to sell their longtime residence for the highest return, Katie prides herself on leaving nothing to chance. Throughout the process Katie works side by side with each client, giving them the attention and personalized service they want and deserve to eliminate guesswork and maximize results. Katie lives in Vienna with her husband, Nic, and two sons Miles and Matthew. They have a sweet goldendoodle, Molly. She loves to check out local breweries with friends and family, ride her Peloton, and spend time in the Outer Banks at the beach. If a move is in your near future, you owe it to yourself to work with a trusted confidant and consummate professional that you can count on. When you combine resourcefulness, drive, and dedications It All Adds Up to Your Success. Call Katie Hunter today for a free consultation and put the expertise and experience to work for you
McLean Speech and Language Services is a full service, private speech practice in the Northern Virginia area. They are certified and licensed speech language pathologists providing services to children, adolescents and adults in the diagnosis and treatment of all communication disorders. They treat all types of communication disorders which may or may not be secondary to the diagnosis of: Autism, Asperger’s, ADD/ADHD, NVLD, Auditory Processing, Language-based LD, Aphasia, Dyslexia, Cleft lip/palate, Down Syndrome and other neurological disorders.
The Rice Family Ilene and Stan Trachtenberg
*Silver Beads Sponsors* First Excel Titleis recognized as a Top Title Company for a reason. They can handle all of your real estate settlement needs – buying, selling, refinancing your current home or even building your dream home! Call them at 703-259-0840 or e-mail them at title@firstexcel.net. Visit us at www.firstexcel.net
*Bronze Beads Sponsors* Laura Schwartz is a local 15 year real estate pro with McEnearney Associates, who loves to give back to her community. She's been the Washingtonian "Face of Vienna Real Estate" four times. Her involvement in BRAWS supports a deep rooted passion to help children. She believes no child should struggle for basic needs. Laura focuses on Vienna and the surrounding orange line areas and has been a top agent as ranked by Northern Virginia Magazine, Virginia Living Magazine, and Arlington Magazine. She's an active member of Vienna Moms, a Vienna Little League Sponsor, and involved in the Vienna Elementary School community, where her sons attend school. You can learn more about Laura at guidingyourmove.com
*Purple Beads Sponsors* Geller Law Group- offers legal services personally tailored to meet the needs of small businesses, families and individuals. Whether you need legal representation for your business or for your family, the Geller Law Group provides high quality legal services at affordable rates: Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, Advance Medical Directive, Trusts, Child Guardianship & Family Legal Documents; General Counsel to Small Businesses; General Counsel to Families & Individuals, Trademark Law; and Business Consulting Services. Kaufman Allergy Asthma and Immunology, PLLC. provides exceptional care, designed for real life. Finally overcome the burden of your allergies and recurrent infections like you have always wanted. Dr. Karen Kaufman helps adults and children find the answers they need and feel well again like they deserve.
The Klesh Family
LemonSkies Consulting- Smart strategy and creative ideas to help good causes. Before launching LemonSkies, Olga Moshinsky Woltman had the great fortune to work with incredible causes. When you work with Olga and her team, you can expect unconventional thinking as well as many creative ideas and strategies that are right for your cause. LemonSkies has broad-ranging experience across many nonprofits to help your team shine brighter. Fundraising: strategy audits, digital & Facebook, omni-channel integration, end of year planning. Marketing: audience & segmentation, journeys mapping and digital media management. Creative: messaging framework, creative concepting and editorial planning. Chapters & Affiliates: collaborative engagement, best practices sharing and on site trainings. Leadership: executive branding, staff coaching & development and cross-team facilitation.
Lorien McGreevy, Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc- Real Estate in Northern Virginia can be complicated to navigate. Every county is different and you need an experienced agent to help locate the right area to match what you're looking for in your new home. Lorien knows the market in each county and neighborhood in Northern Virginia, the prices, style of homes, and transportation options. She is in the market daily, showing homes, previewing homes, talking to builders and studying the local market trends. Have questions? Lorien is happy to help, give her a call or send an email to chat about your home buying needs. For sellers, she'll start with a comprehensive market analysis (CMA) of your property. This serves to educate you to what buyers are paying for a home like yours within your specific area. She would like to take you on tours to a couple of homes for sale in your neighborhood if available to give you a firsthand look at your competition. She will then market your home with a full arsenal of tested marketing strategies including an extensive online presence. The National Association of Realtors estimates that over 80% of homebuyers start their search online. Lorien's goal as your Northern Virginia Realtor is to work diligently and efficiently in order to sell your home in a reasonable time-line while simultaneously focusing on your best interest. Need help in DC? No problem, she's also a licensed agent in the District of Columbia. Contact her today and get started on finding your dream home!
Maple Ave Living-Andrea Woodhouse, Rebecca Rushforth & Stephanie Hougaard! They have been such wonderful supporters of BRAWS for years!! The Maple Ave Living Team of Compass Real Estate focuses on your home and your community. This dynamic team of three brings different strengths to help sellers with complimentary staging & marketing and buyers find the perfect place to call home.
*Friends of BRAWS* Body Grace Fitness & Yoga Studio- brings safe, effective, high quality group fitness and yoga classes to the community in a relaxed, friendly and supportive environment. They recognize individual needs and abilities with classes that encourage self exploration and reinforce a strong mind body connection.
Dunhill BuildersAt Dunhill, you are the priority. they adapt to your needs, budget, style and family in every way possible. Always focused on design, function, material, use of space and value, they are constantly offering innovative ways to make your home unique and fit your family and your use. Plus, when you work with Dunhill, you'll receive the personal project management of the owner, Barry Schwartz himself. Barry personally oversees every detail of each home he builds. This is the Dunhill Difference. Ben & Jerry’s Vienna- Visit the Iconic Vermont-based ice cream parlor chain, known for its creative, cleverly named flavors- nestled in the heart o f Vienna! They sell delicious ice cream, by the scoop or by the pint, as well as sundaes, shakes, cakes and hot chocolate! They offer ice cream catering and custom cakes- stop in or takeout!
The Billett Family, Ginger & T.A. Dockery, Urvi Desai, Vicky & George Hodges,
Vienna Moms Inc.- Vienna Moms is a social and support network for mothers (expectant mothers included) in the Vienna/Oakton area. Their mission is to foster community and facilitate communication among their nearly 1200 members. They organize many events throughout the year, allowing members to choose their level of involvement. Some of their events provide entertainment for their children and families, while others allow members to meet and connect with each other, recharge and even learn something new.