Who run the world?! Ladies America will host the “Women Leading the Future” day-long women’s conference, bringing together some of the most dynamic women in America to discuss major issues and topics that are important to women today. And you’re invited! When: Saturday, June 27; 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; reception …

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Meet Rochelle Behrens. Rochelle Behrens was working in politics in DC when she created The Shirt – a button down shirt that doesn’t gape at the bust. If you’re a professional lady in DC, you have been there, but have never had a solution outside of tape or flashing your co-workers on the regular. Knowing that she wasn’t the only one facing this problem, Behrens created The Shirt which quickly gained popularity and sells in higher end boutique stores. Recently however, The Shirt team has launched a kickstarter campaign to make it more readily available. Behrens was able to sit down with FamousDC for a quick chat on how she’s revolutionizing DC women’s fashion and how YOU can help by supporting your local shirt designer on kickstarter.

NewME Accelerator, a nationally recognized startup accelerator for minorities and women based in San Francisco, is hitting the road and headed right for the District! At their DC PopUp, an event that takes place over 3 nights, NewME will accelerate entrepreneurs through startup coaching, intense hands-on workshops, and even the …

Mother’s Day is (nearly) upon us.  For those of you having an “oh shit!” moment, don’t despair — we’re posting this a full week in advance to ensure you have plenty of time to procure the perfect gift this weekend.  We wouldn’t want your mother, grandmother, wife, or mother-in-law angry …

It was a humid Wednesday evening in Glover Park as Members of Congress battled the press corps in an ultimate, winner-take-all, softball showdown. The House Leadership, led by Speaker Pelosi, Majority Leader Hoyer and Minority Whip Cantor, joined Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor to root for the Congressional team. John King, …

Congratulations is in order for Shana Glickfield (@dcconcierge) for making the WaPo’s list of up and comers breaking the digital divide.  [good stuff] Glickfield has a second identity as the author of her blog, the DC Concierge, where she parlays her knowledge of the city’s hotspots to give tips on …