Georgetown Biz Group Celebrates, Greets Mayor

A packed year-end reception for the Georgetown Business Association “raised a glass (or two) to celebrate the holiday season as well as the vibrant business community we are all so blessed to  be a part of” at the George Town Club Dec. 9. GBA President Sonya Bernhardt greeted Mayor Muriel Bowser and Ward 2 Council member Jack Evans and other D.C. officials as well as members and friends of the business group.

Council members Evans and Vincent Orange were hailed as “friends of Georgetown business.” Also thanked was event sponsor EagleBank.

Toward the end of the festive affair, singer-songwriter Rebecca Magnuson played the piano and led the crowd through songs, such “Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer,” “O, Holy Night,” “Imagine” and a few Adele favorites.

The GBA announced its officers and directors for 2016 during the get-together — with Bernhardt continuing as president. Hope Solomon continues as vice president and will also temporarily take on the role of secretary. Alan Helfer remains treasurer. Ira Darden headed up the nominations committee. For details on the group’s list of board members, visit GeorgetownBusiness.org.