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About the Del Ray Business Association

Located in the Northern section of Alexandria, the Del Ray Business Association (DRBA) is comprised of thriving small businesses in a cottage neighborhood, complete with Mount Vernon Avenue as the “Main Street.” For over thirty years the DRBA has produced signature events completely funded by business sponsors and energetic volunteers.

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Membership Types

Business Member


$150

Business Member

For-profit companies including commercial businesses; commercial property owners; professional offices, and those who own, operate or manage businesses in the City of Alexandria. This includes online businesses housed in City of Alexandria. This membership requires submission of a business license.

Businesses Outside of Alexandria


$300

Businesses Outside of Alexandria

Businesses not based in the City of Alexandria

Non-profit Member


$75

Non-profit Member

Nonprofit organizations and associations, including faith-based organizations, who are based in the City of Alexandria and qualify for the nonprofit status as outlined by the IRS. This includes non-profit on-line businesses that are housed in City of Alexandria.

Friends of the DRBA


$25

Friends of the DRBA

Individuals living in the City of Alexandria who do not meet the qualifications of membership for businesses or nonprofits. Friends may run for one Board seat. Membership is $25. Membership benefits include newsletter, opportunities to attend and present at monthly membership meetings and volunteering in diverse events in the community. Friends are not eligible to run for the Board of Directors

Membership is subject to approval by the Del Ray Business Association Board of Directors.

Membership Benefits

Engage in DRBA marketing opportunities on website, through social media and promotional opportunities

Networking opportunities with community leaders, City officials, business owners and Del Ray neighbors

Access to exclusive advertising discounts with local media

Learn more about the community during monthly membership luncheons

Receive weekly member-only newsletter focused on events, business news, advice and opportunities

Participate in diverse events throughout the year that support the community and your business

Advocate for your business through the DRBA government relations committee and with local officials

First choice of sponsorships opportunities for DRBA events

Participate in specific-industry groups such as health and wellness; restaurants and retail

Mission Statement

The Del Ray Business Association is an organization of business owners and professionals that strive for growth, visibility, and success of our members. We serve as an advocate, representative, and educator for businesses within the community of Del Ray in Alexandria, Virginia.

Click here for our bylaws.

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Board Members and Committee Members

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President: Lauren Fisher
Del Ray Psych & Wellness (through December 2026)
Vice President: Dan Roth
Friends of Duncan Library (through December 2025)
President Emeritus: Sue Kovalsky
The Jen Walker Team (through December 2025)
Secretary: Pat Miller
Art on the Avenue (through December 2025)
Treasurer: Jenna Gotch
Passionately Pets (through December 2026)
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Annabell Bivens
The Dog Store (through December 2026)
Bill Blackburn
HomeGrown Restaurant Group (through December 2025)
Darlene Duffett
Corcoran McEnearney (through December 2026)
Gayle Reuter
Alexandria Sheriff's Office (through December 2025)
Jay Portlance
Del Ray Hardware (through Decemeber 2026)
Rick Schneider
Magpie Reclamations (through December 2026)
Amy Sills Eggers
Coldwell Banker (through December 2025)
C.J. Wesby
Foundation Fitness (through December 2026)
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Events Committee
Co-Chairs – Gayle Reuter, Pat Miller
Government Affairs Committee
Dan Roth
Beautification Committee
Bill Blackburn, Sue Kovalsky, Jay Portlance
Membership Committee
Jenna Gotch and Annabell Bivens
Wellness District
Lauren Fisher
Retail Committee
Amy Eggers
Communications & Marketing
Maureen Schweers