Washington Winter Show 2019

This page is sponsored by the Washington Winter Show Board of Directors in gratitude for the dedication of the Show Directors Hannah Cox, Helen Curtin and Palmer Graham welcome the washington Winter Show W e commend our talented and energetic Co-Chairs Marilouise Avery and Johanna Howe on their brilliant realization of the 2019 show theme, Elegant Entertaining. They have devoted countless hours to put together a thoughtful and creative program that beautifully illustrates their theme, and they have been an absolute pleasure to work with in bringing their vision to life. We also are so very appreciative of the 2019 Washington Winter Show committee members who have volunteered their time, talents, and energy over the past year. Their commitment to this vast undertaking enables the three wonderful charities we support — the Founders Board of St. John’s Community Services, THEARC, and the Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys — to continue to provide exceptional services to children and families in the Washington, D.C. community. We remain so grateful for the enthusiasm and generous support of our community as we strive to produce a show of the highest standards to benefit the three wonderful charities we support. We would also like to express our deep appreciation to our presenting sponsor, PNC Bank, for its continued and steadfast support. WE Extend Special thanks to: Her Excellency, Maguy Maccario Doyle, Ambassador of Monaco to the United States and Canada, for serving as our Honorary Diplomatic Chair. Bronson van Wyck, an event planner of international renown, for graciously agreeing to be our Friday Lecture and Luncheon speaker. William Allman, former White House Curator, for graciously agreeing to be our guest speaker at the Saturday Lecture. Whitney Robinson, Editor-in-Chief of Elle Décor, who will be moderating our Saturday designer panel, which features Sarah Bartholomew, Leanne Ford, and Eddie Ross. Stephen McLeod and Susan Schoelwer of George Washington’s Mount Vernon for presenting an inspiring loan exhibit that so beautifully illustrates the theme of the show. Stephen McLeod, Susan Schoelwer, and John Ward for the fascinating articles that appear in our catalogue. Jean Taylor Federico and Carla Brenner for serving as editors for the catalogue content. WE ARE INDEBTED TO THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS FOR PRO-BONO SUPPORT: David Ottenbreit of Chess Consulting LLC. Robert Benton, Jill Franzen, Jerita Salley, and Philip Davis of Wiley Rein LLP. William J. Curtin III of Hogan Lovells US LLC, for the many ways in which he supports the show. Timothy Lyden of Hogan Lovells US LLC. WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE MANY HARD WORKING PROFESSIONALS WHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED SO MUCH TO THE SUCCESS OF OUR SHOW: James Merrifield, Lisa Ager and the staff of the Katzen Center and American University, with whom it is such a pleasure to work. Karen and Ralph DiSaia, our dedicated and creative show managers, who each year produce a beautiful show with the help of Stacy Exposition Services. Nick Del Borrello and his superb security staff, who assist us in every way from load-in to load-out. Lisa Carey and Matt Hirschmann of Lucid Creative Partners LLC, for developing our website and for their brilliant graphic designs that each year so beautifully illustrate our theme. Judd Ashman of Elegant Envelope, who does an amazing job managing our address list and mailings. Pure Imaging, Inc. and Antiques & Fine Art magazine, the publisher of our catalogue. Susan Gage of Susan Gage Caterers, whose creative menus, delicious food, and outstanding service continue to contribute to the great success of our preview night reception and Friday luncheon. Tracy Stannard of Broad Branch Market, our Eagle Café caterer. John K. Mullins of Mullins, PC, our accountant. Our executive Director, Jonathan G. Willen, and his assistant Georgina Palma, whose knowledge, enthusiasm, and good humor are fundamental to the success of the show year after year. The Washington Winter Show Board of Directors 9