We Are Woodley Park
Woodley Park Main Street promotes urban revitalization and investment in Woodley Park’s commercial centers, to ensure economic stability for its businesses and a safe, beautiful community for its people.
What is a Main Street
DC Main Streets is a comprehensive program funded by the Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) that promotes the revitalization of commercial districts in the District of Columbia. Created in 2002 through the National Trust for Historic Preservation, DC Main Streets serve as the citywide coordinating program that provides services and funding for the designated Main Streets programs in the District of Columbia.
The Main Street Four Point Approach®
DC Main Streets builds on the Main Street Approach® that was developed by the National Main Street Center in 1980 to assist commercial revitalization efforts nationwide. The Approach consists of four points which work together to build a sustainable and complete community revitalization effort in the following areas:
- Organization
- Design
- Economic Revitalization
- Promotions
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Board of Directors
David Desantis, TTR Sotheby's Managing Partner
David Desantis, TTR Sotheby's Managing Partner
David Desantis, TTR Sotheby's Managing Partner
David DeSantis has been a Partner and Managing Broker at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty since 2007. Before joining TTR, David served in several senior roles in residential development, sales, and management. Prior to entering the field of real estate, David spent over a decade in public service and advocacy on housing, consumer and te
David DeSantis has been a Partner and Managing Broker at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty since 2007. Before joining TTR, David served in several senior roles in residential development, sales, and management. Prior to entering the field of real estate, David spent over a decade in public service and advocacy on housing, consumer and technology issues, including an executive position at the Federal Trade Commission during the administration of President Bill Clinton. A 30-year resident of Washington DC and a Woodley Park resident, David is committed to building a vibrant and thriving Woodley Park for residents and visitors alike.
Lynn Mento, FONZ Executive Director
David Desantis, TTR Sotheby's Managing Partner
David Desantis, TTR Sotheby's Managing Partner
Lynn serves as Executive Director of Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ), the nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in its mission to save species. Lynn brings more than 30 years of marketing and advertising experience to FONZ, having held leadership positions at ma
Lynn serves as Executive Director of Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ), the nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in its mission to save species. Lynn brings more than 30 years of marketing and advertising experience to FONZ, having held leadership positions at marketing and advertising agencies in Washington, D.C., Pittsburgh, and New York City. Prior to her work at the Zoo, Lynn oversaw membership and member engagement at AARP for eight years. Lynn lives in McLean, Virginia, with her husband, Philip, her son, Max, and has a daughter, Veronica, who lives in New York City.
Yael Krigman, Baked By Yael Owner
David Desantis, TTR Sotheby's Managing Partner
Mark Roche-Garland, Omni Shoreham, General Manager
For 8 years, Yael worked at a large international law firm in Washington, DC where she had a variety of different titles and roles. In 2010, Yael started a small business called Baked by Yael, which specializes in cake pops, hand-rolled bagels, and other delicious baked goods. In November 2011, she left my law firm job to dedicate all of
For 8 years, Yael worked at a large international law firm in Washington, DC where she had a variety of different titles and roles. In 2010, Yael started a small business called Baked by Yael, which specializes in cake pops, hand-rolled bagels, and other delicious baked goods. In November 2011, she left my law firm job to dedicate all of my time and attention to her business. Yael has maintained her membership in the DC and Maryland Bars and continues to practice law on a pro bono basis. She brings a passion for Woodley Park and the valuable experience and voice of a small business owner to the WPMS Board.
Mark Roche-Garland, Omni Shoreham, General Manager
Mark Roche-Garland, Omni Shoreham, General Manager
Mark Roche-Garland, Omni Shoreham, General Manager
Mark is a seasoned hospitality professional with years of experience and a proven track record of professional success in providing superior service and leadership, Mark serves as the General Manager of the Omni Shoreham Hotel and oversees the hotels operation and its 600 dedicated employees. Mark puts a strong focus on sales, marketing,
Mark is a seasoned hospitality professional with years of experience and a proven track record of professional success in providing superior service and leadership, Mark serves as the General Manager of the Omni Shoreham Hotel and oversees the hotels operation and its 600 dedicated employees. Mark puts a strong focus on sales, marketing, revenue management, and team in every position he takes. He is a graduate in business, hotel & catering management from the Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, Ireland. He is active in various industry and community organizations. As the manager of such an important landmark and asset to Woodley Park, Mark brings tremendous value to the WPMS board of directors.
Sam Dealey, Monument Communications, President
Mark Roche-Garland, Omni Shoreham, General Manager
Sam Dealey, Monument Communications, President
Sam is a veteran journalist and communications professional with extensive political, corporate, and international experience. Based in Washington, DC, and servicing a global clientele as the President at Monument Communications. Prior to founding Monument, Sam was a partner at Qorvis Communications servicing its global accounts. Sam’s ar
Sam is a veteran journalist and communications professional with extensive political, corporate, and international experience. Based in Washington, DC, and servicing a global clientele as the President at Monument Communications. Prior to founding Monument, Sam was a partner at Qorvis Communications servicing its global accounts. Sam’s areas of expertise include crisis communications & re-positioning, litigation support, legislative & regulatory strategy, political/advocacy campaign management, ally development, grassroots mobilization, on-site staffing & capacity building, new media communications, print/video content creation, ad development & placement, and media training.