Zoey Rawlins, Publisher

Prior to starting SHOP DC in August of 2004, Rawlins had more than seven years publishing, public relations and marketing experience working with boutique DC firms. She compliments this with a B.A., B.S and an MBA from the Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland. Rawlins started SHOP DC with the vision of creating definitive retail guides -- with specific guided itineraries -- for upscale shopping in the city. An intrepid entrepreneur, Rawlins is also a graphic designer, writer, avid shopper and supporter of the arts.

email Zoey at zr@shopdc.com

Aviral's years of experience as a front desk manager with the Aramark and Wyndham hotel chains, B.S. in hospitality management and excellent customer service skills have positioned him to understand the needs of visitors to the DC market. Aviral works closely with each hotel and distributor to refine SHOP DC for greater clarity and usefulness. He is also an international traveler and an MBA candidate at the Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland.