Eileen Ellsworth: Philanthropy Meets Our ‘Deepest Desire to Feel Like We are a Part of Something Bigger’
As a longtime professional humanitarian, Eileen Ellsworth has dedicated the past 14 years leading a charity that helps grow philanthropy to meet the most critical needs of the Northern Virginia region. In this interview, she shares her insight into advocacy, ongoing programs and the value of philanthropy. Eileen, for those who don’t know you, tell
DXC to Host Charity Golf Classic on Sept. 19
WashingtonExec members Sean Mullen, vice president of U.S. public sector at DXC Technology, and Orlando Figueredo, VP of national security at DXC Technology and chair of the WashExec Intel Council, invites readers to participate in DXC’s 5th Annual Heart and Sole Golf Classic. All proceed from the event, which will be held in Lansdowne, Virginia, will go
EA Committee Hosts Charity Rummage Sale
Members of the WashingtonExec EA Committee are already planning for next year after doubling expected profits from a charity rummage sale last weekend. The sale, held May 6 at the Providence Community Center in Fairfax, Virginia, raised nearly $1,000 in support of The Women’s Center. The center provides mental health counseling, education and various modes
SAVE THE DATE: CRGT and VMSI Tee-Up for Sept. Golf Tournament to Benefit Boulder Crest Retreat
Mark your calendars for the first annual Boulder Crest Retreat (BCR) Charity Golf Tournament set for Sept. 18 at the Stoneleigh Golf and Country Club in Round Hill, Va. More than just a day of golf, the inaugural event invites professionals and those keen on aiding wounded Veteran the opportunity to do just that. One
SAVE THE DATE: AFCEA Bethesda to Present 2014 A Night for the Children Charity Gala on March 22nd
The AFCEA Bethesda Chapter is hosting the 2014 ‘A Night for the Children’ Charity Gala on March 22, 2014 at the Marriot Wardman Park in Washington, D.C. Proceeds from the event will go to The Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and House of Ruth. AFCEA Bethesda has been supporting The Children’s
LGS Innovations Makes Multiple Contributions to STEM Education and Local Communities
LGS Innovations today announced its Filene Circle level contribution to the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, as well as its other charitable contributions in 2013. LGS contributed to a variety of groups including science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education, injured veterans and communities local to LGS’ six offices across the U.S. Through its partnership
KippsDeSanto Holds 2nd Annual “Community’s Got Talent Event”, Raises $300,000 for CIA Officer Memorial and Special Operations Warrior Foundations
Last week, KippsDeSanto & Co. held its second annual “The Community’s Got Talent” (TCGT), a battle of the bands style fundraiser supporting the CIA Officers Memorial Foundation (CIAOMF) and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF). The event was attended by over 350 senior executives, as well as members of the Intelligence and Special Operations Forces
SAVE THE DATE: Y.E.S. GovCon Happy Hour Networking Event on June 5th
The Young Executive Society (Y.E.S.) is partnering with AFCEA and INSA for a GovCon Happy Hour networking event Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at the Tower Club in Tysons Corner from 5:30-8:30pm. The event will support the Final Salute, a charitable organization that assists homeless female veterans with necessary resources. Guests are encouraged to donate canned
Deltek Holds Holiday Party; Benefits Marine Corps Toys for Tots & Year-Up Foundation
On December 5th, Deltek held its annual holiday party at the Ritz Carlton in McLean, Va., from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The party benefited Marine Corps Toys for Tots and Year-Up Foundation, with guests asked to bring either an unwrapped present for the former charity, or a $25 voluntary contribution for the latter.
Dr. Marta Wilson Releases Fourth Book: Everybody’s Business
On October 17th, Dr. Marta Wilson, organizational leadership professional and CEO of Transformation Systems, Inc. (TSI) released her fourth book, Everybody’s Business at The Tower Club Tysons Corner. Everybody’s Business, answers the question, “How can leaders engage the total enterprise to boost quality, speed, savings and innovation?” and helps business leaders increase workplace productivity, efficiency, effectiveness,
William Hoover of AMERICAN SYSTEMS To Co-Host Fundraiser For IMSFF Thursday
AMERICAN SYSTEMS President and CEO William C. Hoover and the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund (IMSFF) are hosting a fundraiser this Thursday with The Tavern at Great Falls. IMSFF supports the needs of our American heroes regardless of service and their families in crucial times. Starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2011, all
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