BWRT Holiday Luncheon 2025
The Charlottesville women in business community gathered on December 18, 2025, for the annual Business Women's Round Table (BWRT) Holiday Luncheon. This signature event brings together professional women for meaningful connection and celebration.
Hosted at the Amy Yang Photography Studio on East Market Street, the event welcomed members and guests for an afternoon of networking, reflection, and festive cheer. The Charlottesville Chamber and BWRT extends heartfelt gratitude to Amy Yang, founder of Amy Yang Photography, for generously opening her beautiful studio space for this cherished event.
2026 Leadership and Programming Announced
The BWRT Holiday Luncheon also served as an opportunity to celebrate the year's achievements and preview the exciting programming ahead for business women in the Charlottesville region. The afternoon included a comprehensive year in review, highlighting BWRT's continued growth and impact. Attendees received a first look at the 2026 speaker lineup, with regular monthly meetings scheduled for the third Thursday of each month from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM.
Significant announcements included the introduction of new BWRT leadership.
- Chair: Andrea Johnson, The Intentional Optimist
- Vice Chair: Aqura Nicholson, All the Plans LLC
- Board Liaison: Nicole Hawker, Heart and Soul Fitness
- Sponsorship: Ariel Vaughan, Central Virginia Small Business Development Center
- Membership & Outreach: Dr. Tiffany Edwards, TME Coaching & Consulting
- Special Events: Janie Kast, Allison Partners
- Council Member: Teira E. Farley, Community Investment Collaborative.
About Business Women's Round Table
Since 2004, the Business Women's Round Table has served as a vibrant community where women come together to celebrate achievements, share wisdom, and champion one another's success. Through meaningful connections and collaborative support, BWRT amplifies women's voices in business and strengthens their influence across the Charlottesville region.
Professional women interested in joining this supportive network can connect with BWRT through the Charlottesville Chamber's newsletter or the BWRT Facebook page.