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CAG Board

The Association’s Board of Directors is charged with setting the strategic goals that will enforce and maintain the Citizens Association of Georgetown’s mission and goals. The Board is comprised of 12 volunteer members, each of whom is a member of the Citizens Association of Georgetown and resides in Georgetown.

Executive Board

Paul K. Williams

President

Amy Titus

Vice-President

Tamim Bayoumi

Treasurer

Stephanie Bothwell

Secretary

Board Members

Grant Bermann

Christi Cline

Katherine Hasty

Darcy Nauman

Tom Ryan

Amy Titus

Leslie Zemnick

Committee Chairs

Tara Sakraida Parker

Development

Darcy Nauman

Membership

Walter Groszyk

Infrastructure

Stephanie Bothwell

Urban Landscape

Carol Truppi

Historic Preservation

Ellen Eisenberg

Programming & Events

Karen Cruse

Alcohol Beverage Control

Anne Corraro Fisher

Living in History

Kate Hasty

Public Safety

Mark Martinkov

Public Safety

Staff

Brittany Sawyer

Executive Director

brittany@cagtown.org

Alexandra Peters Randle

Office Manager

alex@cagtown.org

Advisory

Larry Flanagan

Special Advisor

Paul K. Williams has a background in historic preservation, having attended both Roger Williams and Cornell Universities in the discipline. Interestingly, his first job in the early nineties was directing the preservation of US Air Force Cold War era artifacts and buildings as a civilian at the Pentagon. He has since operated a 'house history' business that research homes in Washington, D.C. for current owners, been involved running Dupont Circle Main Streets, and most recently served as President of Historic Congressional Cemetery on Capitol Hill for the last ten years. He is the author or co-author of over 24 books on DC's neighborhoods or DC themed histories with his husband Greg and other authors. Williams is excited to bring both the preservation expertise and his experience in the death positive movement to serve those in need while living in the gatehouse and working full time in Oak Hill Cemetery as its 14th Superintendent assisting residents find their “final forwarding address.”

Dr. Amy A. Titus recently retired from Deloitte as a Managing Director in Human Capital. She brings years of global experience in human capital and human resources directed to improve organizational performance and address the future of work. Currently, she advises international organizations and governments on their talent strategies and modernizing their workforces. Dr. Titus is on the board of College Bound and Friends of the National Arboretum (FONA) as well as the Advisory Council of the U.S. Institute of Peace. Dr. Titus seeks to give back to her community and lives near Rose Park.

Tamim Bayoumi brings strong financial experience and a deep interest in local history. He worked at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for many years, including overseeing work on the United States, the global economy, and advising on the Fund’s strategic direction. He is a graduate of Cambridge and Stanford Universities and holds a Bachelors and a PhD in Economics. He been a D.C. resident for over 30 years and lives in the East Village.

As principal of Stephanie Bothwell Urban and Landscape Design LLC, Stephanie is a nationally recognized contributor to the walkable, mixed-use, healthy, and sustainable community development movement. Stephanie is a city planner and landscape architect and was recently appointed to the first class of Fellows of the Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU), the national organization rediscovering traditional urbanism for the 21st century. She established the American Institute of Architects' Center for Livable Communities. She was Senior Landscape Architect for the City of Boston and faculty of the Rhode Island School of Design. She is the board chair of CNUDC. She lectures, teaches, and designs gardens and public spaces across the country. Stephanie, her husband James Warren, and stepdaughter live on Reservoir Road.

Grant Bermann is a partner at Milbank LLP, where his practice focuses on antitrust law. Previously, he worked at the U.S. Department of Justice and practiced law in the New York, Washington, and Paris offices of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, another international law firm. Grant is a graduate of Princeton University and Yale Law School. Grant and his family live near Volta Park.

Christi and her husband, Andy, are founders and owners of Urban Sherpa Georgetown, a boutique concierge service for Georgetown residents. They have lived in Georgetown for nearly two decades. Christi is involved in several local nonprofit organizations, including the Board of InTown Playgroup, Georgetown Garden Club, and Volta Park Farmers Market Committee. Christi is actively involved in CAG's Trees for Georgetown and Public Health Committee. She has a wealth of knowledge on city and community services. Christi, Andy, and their son Elliot live in the West Village.

Katherine Hasty is an U.S. Air Force veteran. She served on multiple combat deployments with a special operations team. More recently, she has served on the Air Staff and Joint Staff advising senior leaders on strategy and policy. Her background is in future warfare studies with a focus on space, cyber, and biotechnology. She has a Bachelor’s degree from Harvard and a Masters degree from Georgetown University. She is currently a legislative liaison. She has lived in Georgetown since 2015.

Darcy Nauman has been an active resident and volunteer in Georgetown. After graduating from George Washington University in 2006, Darcy fell in love and made this community her home. Darcy also serves on the Board of Directors for the Georgetown Club and Friends of Volta Park, serving as a Past President. Darcy and her husband, Ben, and their two children live on N Street in the East Village.

Before retirement, Tom had a nearly 40-year career on the Hill and lobbying. Tom was a law firm associate for four years and then spent time on Capitol Hill, first as Counsel and then as Chief Counsel to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Thereafter, he joined a law firm to develop and build a multi-client lobbying practice and eventually established his own firm. Tom is a graduate of Notre Dame University and Georgetown Law School. Tom and his wife, Annemarie, an abstract artist, live in the West Village.

Leslie Zemnick is a change and management consultant for Kotter International focused on performance culture. Before moving to DC, Leslie spent over a decade in New York City working in advertising, start-ups, and tech. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Chestnut Hill College and will complete her Masters in Organizational Leadership and Learning in Human Development from George Washington University this year.

A CAG board member for over 20 years, Karen is co-chair of the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Committee, working diligently to create a balance between the residential and commercial sectors. She coordinates with businesses and residents to modify and answer concerns regarding liquor licenses -- known as settlement agreements. “Cookie” is a key liaison person with Georgetown University on town-gown matters, serving on the Safety and Student Life Committee of the Georgetown Community Partnership. She also assists with editing the CAG newsletter and is a regular volunteer for Meals on Wheels. She and her husband Jim live on 35th Street.

Kate Hasty is the newly appointed Co-Chair of the Public Safety Committee. Kate is a U.S. Air Force veteran. She served on multiple combat deployments with a special operations team. More recently, she has served on the Air Staff and Joint Staff advising senior leaders on strategy and policy. Her background is in future warfare studies with a focus on space, cyber, and biotechnology. She has a BA from Harvard and an MA from Georgetown University. Currently, she is a legislative liaison. She has lived in Georgetown since 2015. She loves being a part of this incredible community and is dedicated to the public safety of our neighborhood.

Mark Martinkov serves to promote the safety and security of the Georgetown community as the Co-Chair of the Public Safety Committee. In his professional life, Mark is an investment professional at a local fund focused on Aerospace, Defense, and Government Technology. Previously, he was a Program Manager at Microsoft, where he led teams of engineers in developing and implementing nascent technologies. In addition to his work with CAG, he volunteers at the Adas Israel Synagogue and is an active member of the University Club of Washington. Mark graduated from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce with a degree in Finance and Management.

Brittany Sawyer serves as the Executive Director of the Citizens Association of Georgetown. In this role, she oversees the strategic direction, ensures financial stewardship and sustainability, and manages a dedicated group of volunteers who together work to keep Georgetown beautiful, safer, and connected. Over her 20-year career, Brittany has experience in residential and commercial real estate, nonprofit, trade association, community, and economic development work. She earned her degree in Marketing and has accumulated various industry certifications. Her passion is civic engagement and giving back to her community. Brittany lives near Dumbarton Oaks and enjoys the scenic nature trails.

Alexandra Peters Randle joins the Citizens Association of Georgetown as our Office Manager. Previously, she served as the Director of Events and Design at J Street Group, a boutique event management and production firm based in Georgetown. Alex is a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Alabama, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Human Environmental Science and was captain of the nationally-ranked Dance Team. Alex and her family live in the West Village.

Larry Flanagan brings a breadth of diversified knowledge and strategic advisement. His 40+ years, and counting, of professional experience has ranged from advertising & media, consumer products, financial services, mergers & acquisitions, higher education, tech startups and venture capital. Larry is currently Executive Advisor at 1843 Capital, Greenwich, CT. More notably, Larry served as the President and CEO of AARP Services, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of AARP, and has been recognized as one of the most accomplished global marketing leaders in the country. He spent nearly three decades as an executive at MasterCard Worldwide, the Procter & Gamble Company, and L'Oreal USA. As MasterCard's global chief marketing and communications officer, Larry directed strategies in more than 50 countries and helped launch the company's award-winning "Priceless" advertising campaign. Larry stays active and enjoys spending time with his wife, their children and grandchildren.

Executive Board

Paul K. Williams

Amy Titus

Tamim Bayoumi

Stephanie Bothwell

Board Members

Grant Bermann

Christi Cline

Katherine Hasty

Darcy Nauman

Tom Ryan

Amy Titus

Leslie Zemnick

Committee Chairs

Tara Sakraida Parker

Darcy Nauman

Walter Groszyk

Stephanie Bothwell

Carol Truppi

Ellen Eisenberg

Karen Cruse

Anne Corraro Fisher

Kate Hasty

Mark Martinkov

Staff

Brittany Sawyer

Alexandra Peters Randle

Advisory

Larry Flanagan

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