Women in Business

Discover our area’s finest and learn what sets each apart as a top leader in their field of expertise. The following Greater Tysons professional women are highly trained and known for their quality service.


Lilian Jorgenson

Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc.

lilian-jorgensonLilian is a true joy to be with. She loves people, houses, and selling houses to people! She grew up selling groceries at her familyís store in the small town of Jutland, Denmark, and still retains the concepts of integrity and service she learned while working there – as well as a charming hint of a Danish accent.

Ms. Jorgenson has sold over 1900 homes totalling over 1.3 billion dollars in value during her thirty year career as a Realtor. She is regularly recognized as one of the top producing agents in the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR), and is the top producing individual agent in the Long and Foster Mid-Atlantic Region. Her detailed knowledge of the Northern Virginia real estate market, years of hard work, and upbeat and positive attitude has left her a long list of satisfied clients.

Lilian works across the entirety of Northern Virginia representing both buyers and sellers of residential real estate in a variety of price ranges. She also has extensive experience with the processes involved in the relocation of clients.

A Life Member NVAR Top Producer and Multi-Million Dollar Club member, she has received numerous awards as one of the top twenty Realtors in NVAR and has been listed among the top 200 agents in the United States by the Wall Street Journal. She is the #1 Listing Agent and #1 Sales agent in Long & Foster Virginia.

703.407.0766
1355 Beverly Road, Suite 109
McLean, VA
www.lilian.com


Dr. Lourdes Ann Christopher

Board Certified Periodontist

dentistDr. Christopher is a board certified periodontist and former U.S. Public Health dentist & faculty at 4 U.S. dental schools: University of Illinois- Chicago, The Ohio State University, University of MarylandñBaltimore, and Virginia Commonwealth University. Her philosophy is to meet and exceed her patientís expectations by rendering Prompt, Painless, Caring and Exceptional dental treatment. Her practiceís state of art technology comprises some of the most advanced equipments and instruments used to perform dental implants and periodontal treatment.

703.237.3700
313 Park Ave #103
Falls Church, VA
www.drperio.com


Dr. Ana Anzola

Doctor of Audiology

dr-anzolaDr. Anzola is principal of McLean-based Ascent Audiology & Hearing, a full service audiology practice with 7 offices serving the Washington, DC Metro area. Dr. Anzola and her team provide the best in hearing aids, tinnitus treatment, diagnostic hearing evaluations, and custom treatment options. Known for her personalized care, Dr. Anzolaís 20 years of experience and extensive understanding of auditory therapy enable her to provide the best treatment options for her patients. A conversation with Dr. Anzola is a must for those seeking audiological services and hearing solutions.

703.942.8110
1320 Old Chain Bridge Road, Suite 185
McLean, VA
www.HearingAidDoctors.com


Laurie Mensing

Long & Foster Realtor

laurie-mensingLaurie is nationally ranked in the top 1% of residential real estate professionals and is a Multi-Million Dollar Club Top Producer. She brings a refreshing perspective to the listing and purchasing of real estate, specializing in Fairfax and Arlington counties. Laurie represents her clients with sincerity and honesty, has great attention to detail, and delivers that extra effort at every step, treating each transaction as if it were her very own.

Laurie is a relocation specialist both internationally and domestically, and draws on her own experiences to empathize with and understand her clients needs.

703.873.5193
www.LaurieMensing.com


Tania Ferrel-Saldana

Colour Bar Studio

taniaMs. Ferrel is a member of a core group of master color specialists in the United states. As a certified MCE (Master Color Expert) and member of the ABCH (American Board Certification – Haircolorist), Ms. Ferrel is an artist that will customize your color and cut to enhance your individual style. She has a passion for making each client look their best, and trains all over the world in order to keep up with the demands of our high-paced region, making Colour Bar Studio a special place in Tysons. Ms. Ferrel is an important sponsor of the Lyme disease organization NatCapLyme, and is a key player in an annual fundraiser held at the salon on June 5th. Please do not hesitate to contact the salon for references.

703.848.2000
8100 Boone Blvd #115
Vienna, VA
www.colourbarstudio.com


Janice Adamshick

Aesthetic Medical Center

janiceJanice is the practice manager and cornerstone of the Aesthetic Medical Center in Tysons Corner. Her post-graduate education in exercise physiology and position as an instructor of Human Anatomy & Physiology at George Mason University have given her an excellent understanding of the various procedures performed at the center. Janice Adamshick possesses a cheerful smile and gentle persona that greets every patient as they enter the practice. Additionally, her personal experience as a recipient of aesthetic procedures allows her to supportively connect with all of her patients from a patientís point of view.

703.992.7979
8150 Leesburg Pike, Suite 820
Tysons Corner, VA
www.AestheticMedCtr.com


Dr. Lilliana Calkins

Sunrise Orthodontics

© www.PhotographyByAlexander.comDr. Calkins is dedicated to providing patients with the highest quality and technology in orthodontic care. As an internationally trained orthodontist, she holds two degrees in dentistry and orthodontics. Dr. Calkins is a continuous student who has access to the best training centers in her specialty, such as the elite Dawson Academy and The Piper Research and Education Center. Dr. Calkins successfully combines the latest technology in her field with her education to better serve the oral health needs of her patients.

703.476.3969
11490 Commerce Park Dr #430
Reston, VA 20191
www.sunrise-orthodontics.com


Mabir Riveros

Healthydermis

mabirAt Healthydermis, certified licensed Medical Aesthetician Mabir Riveros makes her patientsí dreams come true by treating each body as a canvas to transform beauty into art and utilizing the latest in safe and reliable technology and aesthetic procedures.

With 20 years of experience, Mabir works with each patient to design and craft protocols to achieve a new level of excellence in the aesthetics of visibly beautiful skin.

571.502.0202
2944 Hunter Mill Rd, Suite 201
Oakton, VA
www.myhealthydermis.com


Tammie Disayawathana

Sisters Thai Restaurant Owner

Sisters Thai, Mosaic District

Sisters Thai, Mosaic District

Disayawathana comes from a long line of excellent cooks. Back in Thailand, her family was known for their recipes. She and her husband worked in other restaurants, until, as she says, they ìgot the opportunityî to open their own. ìWhat I learned in my first restaurant is to create the kind of place you can come to any time. Itís time to eat, but youíre also looking for a very enjoyable atmosphere when you come in.î she laughs. ìWe hope at this location [in the Mosaic District] we will be successful. At Sisters Thai, people know what to expect; we are going to sell you good food, in a fun atmosphere.î

703.280.0429
2985 District Ave, Suite #130
Fairfax, VA
www.SistersThai.com


Dr. Gema Island

Island Children’s Dentistry

islandDr. Gema Island is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, a member of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and a member of the American Orthodontic Society. She completed her residency in Pediatric Dentistry at Tufts University and two years ago started her practice in Tysons Corner focusing on special needs children, sedation dentistry and laser dentistry.

Dr. Gema has lectured internationally and has published articles in peer-reviewed journals. Island Children’s Dentistry is highly committed to the oral health of children in the Northern Virginia area.

703.790.1320
1500 Cornerside Blvd., Ste 310
Tysons Corner, VA
www.IslandChildrensDentistry.com


Francisca V. Alonso

AV Architects + Builders

Francisca Alonso business portraitAV ArchitectsFrancisca V. Alonso has more than 25 years of experience in architectural and interior design and comes from a family of architects and builders. Her background, professional training, and dedication to her craft have led her to establish a unique design-build approach beautifully exhibited in many homes all over the Great Falls and McLean area that maximizes the clientís investment budget. Committed to the ìmaster builder approach,î she has assembled an extraordinary team of construction specialists and craftsmen who transform ideas into reality. She recently completed her first book Nesting for Empty Nesters: The Vacation Style Living Approach to Aging in Place (Available in May 2016), a practical guide to using smart design to prepare your home for a better quality of life in retirement.

703.865.5065
9903 Georgetown Pike, Suite 201
Great Falls, VA
www.avarchitectsbuild.com


Monica Marusceac, BCH

Nova Hypnosis & Wellness

dr_monica_imageAs a Board Certified Hypnotist, Monica helps clients by using hypnosis to reframe painful past experiences, release subconscious emotional blocks, and forecast themselves into a future of abundant success in every sense of the word. 

In addition to helping people with classic problems such as quitting smoking and losing weight, Monica has used hypnosis to help people: mitigate their suffering from chronic pain and migraines, alleviate insomnia and improve the quality of their sleep, experience fewer IBS symptoms, prepare for and recover faster from surgery, and heal faster from cancer and cancer treatment.

571.295.7371
1485 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 204
McLean, VA
www.novahypnosisandwellness.com


Shirley Buford

Shirley Buford & Associates

IMG_8137-croppedShirley Buford and her associates provide state of the art real estate service to each client they represent, bringing untiring integrity, loyalty, caring and creativity to every aspect of their relationships and business. Shirley is a Life Member NVAR Top Producer and is an accomplished and dedicated real estate professional with years of experience and knowledge to ensure exceptional results on both sides of a deal. Offering less stressful transactions and more real estate and lifestyle options, Shirley strives to promote the best interests of her clients in all of their present and future real estate needs. Ms. Buford encourages her clients to become her friends, as friends are the best source of business.

571.238.7800
Shirley@TeamBuford.com
www.TeamBuford.com


Dr. Lorena Popp

Tysons Internal Medicine & Wellness Center

drpoppDr. Popp is a board certified internist specializing in primary care, geriatrics, and non-invasive medical aesthetics. Having traveled throughout Europe and the US, she possesses unique, multi-dimensional medical experience, and her passion and dedication helps provide patients with the ultimate care.

Dr. Popp graduated cum laude from the Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich with integrated internships at Yale, and by 2006 had completed her residency in internal medicine at George Washington University. Prior to opening her practice, she practiced at Sibley Hospital in DC and Inova Health Systems in Alexandria and Fairfax for many years. Currently, Dr. Popp is the medical director at the Tysons Internal Medicine and Wellness Center and the Director the Astoria Laser Clinic & MedSpa.

Dr. Popp believes that the relationship between a physician and patient should be based in trust, respect, and clear expectations, and should yield satisfaction for both parties. To that end, she prefers to spend a significant amount of time face-to-face with her patients.

Dr. Popp is a working mother and wife that knows first-hand the demands and challenges faced by women daily. As such, one of her biggest passions is to support women in their desire to showcase their inner beauty by helping them bring out their youthful spirit. She works closely with her patients to develop individualized assessment plans that aim to rejuvenate the soul and body, creating natural looking results.

703.992.7779
2106 Gallows Rd Unit C
Vienna, VA
www.tysonsinternalmedicine.com


Rose Price, CFP®, AIF®

VLP Financial Advisors

rose-priceRose is a Certified Financial Planner®, a partner at VLP Financial Advisors, and a board member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA). She believes that strategic planning is the key to creating, protecting, and growing wealth. Rose works with individual and corporate clients to create well-designed financial plans and investment strategies and is committed to helping local people reach their financial goals and realize their dreams.

Investment advisor representatives offering securities & advisory services through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SPIC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.

703.356.4360
info@vlpfa.com
8391 Old Courthouse Road, Ste 203
Vienna, VA
www.VLPFA.com

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