Partnerships & Alliances is an entrepreneurial team supporting nearly 1000 member businesses, partners and sponsors contributing to our city’s vibrant economy. Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about membership.
Meet our Staff

Claire Carlin
SVP of Partnerships & Alliances
202-789-7048

Lisa Waldschmitt
Associate Director, AEF
202-789-7065

Brittany Anderson
Program Manager, AEF
202-789-7064

Jennifer Rodrigues
Director of Membership
202-789-7054

Shelby Luzzi
Senior Sustainablity Manager
202-789-7010

Christen Miller
Partnerships Manager
202-789-7009

Haleluya Demeke
Partnerships Manager
202-789-7052

Zoe Roberts
Membership Manager
202-789-7034

Casey Paul
Membership Manager
202 -789-7031

Grace Kelleher
Membership Associate
202-789-7083

Carlie Smith
Membership Project Coordinator
202-789-7080

Charlie Ross
Partnerships Coordinator
202-789-7050

Nadiya Richardson
Partnerships & Alliances Assistant