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JUNE 2018 PUBLISHER

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Tyra Wilkes, Danielle Tepper CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Dear Gents,

David Hartzman, Jack Hartzman, Monica Vidal

WE TOLD YOU YOUR TIME WOULD COME, DIDN’T WE, GUYS? Since the May issue was all about the ladies, we thought it was only fair the June issue of Potomac Lifestyle be dedicated to the gents of our community. While we will celebrate the dads in our lives on Father’s Day, June 17, you don’t have to be a father to find something you’ll enjoy in these pages. Now that you’ve met the female movers and shakers of the community, we’ll introduce you to some influential men in this month’s feature. Learn about what makes them unique and how they’re impacting the community. If you haven’t already, you’ll probably run into one—or several—of them out on the town! Preparing for a night out with the guys? We’ll show you the perfect places in the community to grab a drink, watch the big game or just catch up with pals. If you’d

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We also introduce you to a local duo who share their favorite things with us. Finally, we put a spotlight on men’s health. It’s been months since many of us made New Year’s resolution to focus on our health and now’s the perfect time for a check-in. Happy Father’s Day and happy June, gents.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2018

FEATURES 16 Drink, Smoke, Eat That’s the Key to Kicking Back at Civil Cigar Lounge

22 The Men Behind the Business Potomac Men You Should Know

28 Endurance. Strength. Power The Working Man’s Secret Weapon to Boosting Metabolism and Maximizing Results Fast at Truebody

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30 The Man Behind the Market at River Falls ‘Man of the Year’ Jim McWhorter

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Hope & Progress Gala Sibley Memorial Hospital Foundation's 17th Celebration of Hope & Progress Gala was held on Saturday, March 10. The Gala benefits the services and programs of Sibley Memorial Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine. It featured Catering by Design Cuisine and flowers by Edge Floral Events. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACK HARTZMAN.

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GOOD TIMES

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THE WING, WOMENS CO-WORKING SPACE INGEORGETOWN IS OPEN The Wing, a network of co-working and community spaces for women, is opening its

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Washington, D.C. The Wing D.C. will offer members signature amenities, including a cafe and bar, showers, lockers, meeting rooms, phone booths, and an all-female art gallery. Additional amenities of the 10,000square-foot space include a wellness and exercise room, bleacher seating for events, and The Wing’s largest female-centric library to date. Designed by the same all-female team behind The Wing’s NYC locations—architect

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ari and Marnie love running their female-owned residential cleaning company, Two Maids & A Mop, which serves Montgomery County, DC and Northern VA. They also love giving back to their community by partnering with Cleaning for a Reason (CFR). Through this partnership, Two Maids offers free house cleaning to women undergoing cancer treatment. As a female owned business Two Maids knows that it is very important to give back to the women in the community and they recognize the importance of a clean home during a difficult time. Choose Two Maids and A Mop for your next cleaning and help to support a women owned business that is helping women in your community. A sparkling clean home is the added bonus! Give them a chance--they would love to work with you!

created a custom wallpaper featuring historically significant women illustrated in female busts. The Georgetown space has a special significance in women’s history. 1056 Thomas Jefferson was once home to the first all-female architecture firm. The Wing will be open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

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jump of 5-9 1/4. This was his 39th time winning a USA national championship. Owner of Summit Connection LLC, a real estate investment firm in Sterling, Virginia, and a realtor with Keller Williams Dulles, he has also won 13 world championships representing the U.S. in masters track and field competitions. Masters track and field is an age group competition, where athletes compete against each other within 5-year age groups. The USA Championships featured the country's best masters athletes from 30-100-years-old. Bruce is a member of the Potomac Valley Track Club. His personal record in the high jump is 7 feet 1 inch, set at the Rutgers Relays in 1984.

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HOT SPOT

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ARTICLE DANIELLE S. TEPPER PHOTOGRAPHY JACK HARTZMAN PHOTOGRAPHY

THERE AREN’T MANY ESTABLISHMENTS THAT ALLOW OPEN SMOKING THESE DAYS—UNLESS THAT IS THEIR SOLE PURPOSE, OF COURSE. At Civil Cigar Lounge in Washington, D.C., people come in because they know they can enjoy the experience of smoking a cigar in peace. “Our motto here is drink, smoke, eat,” General Manager Paul Spence says. “These are our passions. We love good spirits, great cigars and good food.” He and his partners, John Anderson and Matt Krimm, opened Civil Cigar Lounge five years ago in the northwest reaches of the city. To learn more about Civil Cigar Lounge or to make a reservation, visit CivilLounge.com.

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HOT SPOT

(CON TI N U ED)

DRINK

Civil Cigar Lounge takes a special interest in offering spirits that can’t be found elsewhere in the city. Paul's partner specifically searches for limited editions that are only available in places like Europe or Japan. If you need help with pairings, Paul makes sure his staff is educated to the expert level so they can make the best recommendations.

SMOKE

A cigar smoker is a different breed, according to Paul. He says his guests range from carpenter to congressman. “Cigars are a hobby, not a habit,” he says. “It’s something to sit and enjoy. The best parallel is perhaps fine wine.” A cigar can take up to an hour and a half to smoke, and Civil offers guests the perfect atmosphere to smoke at their leisure. Paul says part of the meaning behind the name comes from their hope to encourage civil conversation.

EAT

Up until April, Civil Cigar Lounge had an arrangement with its neighbors, Range, until Chef Bryan Voltaggio closed the restaurant. Civil then began working with a local shop, Pepperoni Chic, that specializes in handmade pepperoni rolls, a Calabrian specialty featuring fresh Italian bread with pepperoni, cheese, peppers and sauce. Expanded offerings include locally made charcuterie and cheese boards, while the long-term plan is to bring all the food service in-house and create a lounge-focused menu that will live up to Civil Cigar Lounge's slogan. 18

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Behind The Business POTOMAC’S MALE MOVERS & SHAKERS: MEN YOU SHOULD KNOW

the spiritual leader Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt is a pillar in the Jewish community and the senior rabbi of Congregation B’nai Tzedek. He is president of the Rabbinic Cabinet of the Jewish Federations of North America, director of Israel Policy and Advocacy for the Rabbinical Assembly, and was tapped by the JNF to head up and organize its Rabbis for Israel affinity group. He has held a number of leadership positions in Jewish organizations at both the local and national level. He has given the opening prayer as a guest chaplain for sessions of the U.S. House of Representatives, the U.S. Senate, the inaugurations of Maryland’s governors and Montgomery County Executives, both houses of the Maryland Legislature, and many other public gatherings. In 1988, he founded B’nai Tzedek that has grown to serve more than 600 families. As a dedicated spiritual leader to his community, he works tirelessly to support all those that count on him. However, he appreciates the time he spends with his wife, Symcha, their

the voice Donnie Simpson Many are familiar with Donnie Simpson and his captivating baritone voice, which they can hear weekdays on “The Donnie Simpson Show” on Majic’s 102.3 radio station. He has powered media for more than 40 years with a trailblazing radio career that started when he was just 15 years old before he relocated to the Washington, D.C., area in 1977. Then, he found himself on TV in front of the entire country—and some other countries as well—as the host of BET’s flagship show, “Video Soul.” The move led him to his first television gig, acting as backup on “George Michael Sports Machine.” He will soon celebrate 50 years in radio. While his resume is impressive, his biggest accomplishment is his family. “The greatest joy in life is spending time with my grandkids. It doesn’t get better than that.” 22

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four children and grandchildren.

the Candidate David Blair

David Blair is a businessman and current candidate for the Montgomery County Executive. He started Catalyst Health Solutions in a one-room office that eventually grew into a Fortune 500 company that’s provided millions of Americans with affordable prescription drugs and access to quality health care. He was named Forbes America’s 15 Most Powerful CEOs 40 (years of age) and Under and the International Institute of Management list of Most Respected CEOs to name a few. In 2012, he traded in his CEO cap and shifted his attention to the needs of our local community, serving on boards, working with nonprofits, and focusing on empowering children with disabilities and early childhood education. With a family of eight, there is hardly a dull moment; when he isn’t working, he’s likely rooting for his kids from the sideline of a sporting event or canoeing through the Potomac River with a fishing rod in tow.

the Designer Everett Hall The man behind Everett Hall Designs located in Chevy Chase has been a force in the fashion industry since the 1980s. His passion for the craft exudes through the high quality of his Italian-made suits. He has established himself as a luxury designer who travels internationally to source prestigious fabric for his clientele. His work has been highlighted and praised in major publications including USA Today, International Herald and The Wall Street Journal to name a few. He credits his success to his concentrated focus and clearly defined goals. “One of my great passions is personal development; learning and working to improve and become more efficient.”

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THE MEN BEHIND THE BUSINESS

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t h e d e n t i st Ben Liu Dr. Ben Liu got his start in medicine as a psychology major at Johns Hopkins University. Shortly after entering the working world, he recognized his true passion was for dentistry. He went on to receive his doctorate in dental surgery from Columbia University, then earned a certificate in pediatric dentistry from a specialty program at New York University. In 2013, he opened the first of four Superkids Pediatric Dentistry locations in Alexandria, Virginia. The others are located in Potomac—the office opened in March—Rockville, Maryland, and Sterling, Virginia. Out of the exam room, he is a dedicated family man, avid traveler and self-proclaimed foodie..

the doctor Blair Eig Dr. Blair Eig is a man of many talents. When he isn’t performing as a seasoned bass-baritone opera singer, he has been best known professionally for the past 17 years as the chief medical officer at Holy Cross Hospital where he started more than 30 years ago as a pediatrician. “I really believe in the mission of the hospital,” he says. Alongside his fellow performers, he enjoys being the comedic relief in productions put on by local opera companies. “Montgomery County supports the arts, and we’re happy and proud to live here.”

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the men behind potomac real estate: the broker Moussa Moaadel Moussa Moaadel, celebrating his 50-year anniversary in the business, has been negotiating major sales in the Washington metropolitan area, concentrating in Potomac throughout his career. His drive and persistence have earned him the title of Emeritus of National Association of Realtors. He has had transactions with prominent celebrities and pillars of the community including ambassadors and President Gerald R. Ford at the time of his presidency. He enjoys spending his time with his toes in sand and sun on his back. Though he has traveled far and wide enjoying beaches across the world, Ocean City Beach remains his all-time favorite.

t h e r e a lt o r Sean Moaadel

Sean Moaadel is a lifelong realtor whose career started as early as age 5, setting up “For Sale” signs in the yard of his father’s listings. Inspired by his childhood, Sean joined the family business and has become a major force in the real estate realm, closing deals on homes in Potomac, Bethesda and the surrounding areas in Montgomery County, Maryland. Sean’s amicable demeanor allows him to create and maintain client relationships with many residents and business owners in the community. His charm helps him close deals, but it’s music and nature that help his soul relax.

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Recently SOLD Potomac Properties FOR AT LEAST 100% OF ASKING PRICE!

This data is a sampling of sold properties from March to April 2018.. Source: IRES MLS system. SUBDIVISION

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Regency Estates

$745,000

$775,000

104%

4.5

Glen Oaks

$997,000

$1,032,000

104%

101

3.5

Bedfordshire

$880,000

$907,000

103%

2.5

Willerburn Acres

$799,900

$822,000

103%

3.5

Highland Stone

$799,000

$815,000

102%

3.5

East Gate Of Potomac

$979,000

$990,000

101%

3/2

Bedfordshire

$799,000

$805,000

101%

3.5

Cold Spring

$829,000

$834,000

101%

2.5

Winterset

$894,900

$898,000

100%

2.5

Horizon Hill

$749,900

$751,500

100%

2.5

Potomac Commons

$749,900

$750,000

100%

2.5

Potomac Village

$1,198,000

100%

3/2

East Gate Of Potomac

$858,000

100%

142

3.5

Regency Estates

$749,000

100%

166

3.5

Fawsett Farms Manor

$459,000

100%

1/1

Potomac Woods

$599,900

100%

2.5

Fawsett Farms Manor

$735,000

100%

4.5

Piney Glen Village

$1,100,000

100%

4.5

Orchard Ridge

$699,900

100%

3.5

MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT! DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY TUESDAY, JUNE 26TH Don’t leave your future to destiny! County officials make the important decisions that affect the lives of over 1.1 million Montgomery County residents. Do your research and select the candidates that support your priorities and cast your vote. There are three convenient options:

Early Voting

Thursday, June 14, 2018 – June 21, 2018

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Absentee Ballot

Anyone registered to vote in Maryland can vote by absentee ballot. Applications are available online at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/elections and at 18753-210 North Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, or order by phone: 240-777-VOTE (8683). The form includes all deadlines.

Election Day

Tuesday, June 26th

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June 5th June 14th June 26th

Voter registration/party affiliation deadline Early voting starts Primary Election Day

“Let us never forget that government is ourselves and not an alien power over us. The ultimate rulers of our democracy are not a President and senators and congressmen and government officials, but the voters of this country.” - Franklin D. Roosevelt

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

the man behind the market at river falls

‘MAN OF THE YEAR’ JIM MCWHORTER

ARTICLE DANIELLE S. TEPPER PHOTOGRAPHY JACK HARTZMAN PHOTOGRAPHY WHEN JIM MCWHORTER TURNED A USED POST OFFICE VAN INTO A BURGEONING BUSINESS IN HIS EARLY 20S, HE COULDN’T HAVE PREDICTED THAT A LIFELONG CAREER IN PRODUCE WOULD SOMEDAY BESTOW HIM THE HONOR OF MAN OF THE YEAR— BUT THE POTOMAC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GAVE HIM THE 2018 TITLE—PLAQUE, PARADE AND ALL. That used post office van turned into a $300-million-ayear business by the time Jim “retired” from it. “I guess you could say we did OK,” Jim says. What started as L&M Produce was bought out by Coastal Sunbelt Produce in 2007, the largest wholesaler of fruits, veggies and dairy products in the mid-Atlantic area. “L&M was a niche in the market; we sold mostly to high-end places,” Jim says. “Coastal Sunbelt served national chains, so it was a good fit for everybody.” While he serves Coastal Sunbelt as more of an ambassador now, he stays busy in other ways—he and his wife, Yasmin Abadian, have their hands in a few different food establishments in the D.C. area. “Yasmin and I have run into a lot of people over the years in the food industry with good ideas,” Jim says. They are proud partners in DC Brau and &pizza. They own Fruitive, a raw, vegan, organic restaurant in downtown D.C. known for its salads and smoothies, and they own a portion of Brookland Pint, also in D.C.

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But their bread and butter is in giving back to the community that has served them well by way of The Market at River Falls. The market has been a staple of the area for more than 19 years. Jim and Yasmin took over business operations four years ago. “Jim was threatening to retire,” Yasmin says, laughing. “I said, 'Well you’re not just going to sit at home. We’ll figure something else out for you.' We were already vendors and customers, so it all felt pretty familiar.” The market is stocked with locally sourced products, including honey, eggs, and jams from Potomac, and wine from Poolesville. Customers weren’t accustomed to it at first, but Jim says now folks come in specifically to ask for local foods. “Our mission here—our way of thinking—is to sell food you would be proud to feed your grandchildren,” he says. “There are no chemicals or antibiotics, no GMOs in anything, and 95 percent of the prepared foods are made on the premises. And we make it a point to support local food producers.” “I know that’s what distinguishes us from the other markets in the area,” Yasmin adds. “Because we really do care about what we sell to our customers.” They also started promoting Community First Days, which is when they donate 20 percent of their sales to local food-driven nonprofits on the first day of most months. Earlier this year, they raised money for Freshfarm (of which Jim is vice chairman) by hosting a Styx concert at Strathmore Hall. “We definitely feel we’re a part of the community, we’re very fortunate to live here,” Yasmin says. “We’re a community business; most of the people who shop here probably come from within a 3-mile radius. So it’s important to give back to the community because we have the best customers. We truly do, they’re wonderful.” “The thing I’m most proud of with all this food stuff is that, over the years, companies that I either owned or partnered in created thousands of good jobs—obs with above-market wages, health insurance, paid vacations and other benefits— the right kind of jobs,” Jim says. Jim isn’t all work and no play though—he and Yasmin like to travel, though their trips aren’t quite as adventurous as Jim's used to be. “In my younger days, I rode camels in the Sahara Desert and tracked mountain gorillas in Rwanda. I went to Brazil to swim in the river with piranhas,” he says. “What you learn is that, if you go during the dry season, there’s not much food, so the piranha will eat you. If you go during the rainy season, when the rivers overflow and the fish go wherever they want and eat whatever they want, they’re not interested in you. They’d much rather eat a snake or something. So it’s safe—but it does take a leap of faith to trust that it’s safe. "I used to jump out of airplanes; I’ve skydived 40 times. Not so much anymore.” “And he golfs,” Yasmin adds with a chuckle. Visit MarketRiverFalls.com for more food information including catering and seasonal menus. June 2018 | Potomac Lifestyle

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

2 SPAGNVOLA TRUFFLE FACTORY TOUR SpagnVola

Every Saturday and Sunday. Learn the art of chocolate-making and artisan-chocolate creation. Factory tours highlight the origin of cacao, growing regions and farming practices. Guests can expect to experience the entire manufacturing process, from roasting, winnowing and pre-grinding to refining the creation of chocolate bars, truffles and bonbons. Tours last 30 minutes and are free. SpagnVola.com/Pages/Factory-ToursÂ

3 HEALTH-WELLNESS EXPO & DANCE FITNESS FESTIVAL Silver Spring Civic Center

From 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., learn how to keep your numbers in a healthy range to reduce the chances of a heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, and other preventable health conditions and diseases at this free outdoor event committed to building a healthier and stronger community. The event concludes with a Salsa & Bachata Block Party. Events.VisitMontgomery.com

5 MCCC MORNING MIXER Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Boardroom

Start the day in a productive way with business-to-business networking in a professional and friendly setting at the MCCC Morning Mixer from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Refreshments are provided. Bring plenty of your business cards! Register at MontgomeryCountyChamber.com. CONTINUED >

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12 "HAMILTON" Kennedy Center

The Broadway smash hit comes to our nation’s capital for a limited engagement, Tuesday, June 12, through Sunday, September 16. Don’t wait to book your seat! Kennedy-Center.org

16 2018 AROUND THE WORLD CULTURAL FOOD FESTIVAL Washington Monument

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16 SILVER SPRING BLUES FESTIVAL Downtown Silver Spring

The 10th annual Silver Spring Blues Festival offers an all-day blues block party on two stages, starting at 10 a.m. The festival is free with free parking. For more information, visit SilverSpringBluesFest.yolasite.com. CONTINUED >

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27 KRISTIN CHENOWETH The Music Center at Strathmore

The Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress and singer takes the Strathmore stage at 8 p.m. She will perform from her latest release of American Songbook classics, "The Art of Elegance," which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Current Jazz and Traditional Jazz charts, and No. 1 on Amazon’s Vocal Pop chart in 2016. For tickets, visit Strathmore.org.

30 GAITHERSBURG SUMMERFEST Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm

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04 JACK AND DAVID HARTZMAN ARE A FATHER-SON PHOTOGRAPHY DUO WITH A LEGACY OF MORE THAN 30 YEARS. Together they have traveled the U.S. and the world shooting events for clients that Jack has been working with since before David was born. Along with their team at Washington Talent, there is virtually no event or assignment to large or small.

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Jack with former President Bill Clinton.

Jack and David at the Easter sunrise service at the Lincoln Memorial

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06 Jack and David worked together for

Time Warner at President Donald

David and Trombone Shorty

Trump’s inauguration.

David on a 30-foot ladder captur-

David and Jack with his wife and

ing a group shot of 10,000 people

business partner, Monica Vidal. It’s

at Lincoln Memorial Easter Sunrise

a true family business that daughter

Service, a perch his father stood on

Deanna participates in at weekend

for nearly 30 years.

events as well.

08 A rooftop shot of Jack and multiple cameras preparing for the implosion of Washington Convention Center in 2004 as David watches from below. Jack shot the opening of the first WCC in 1982 and the 2003 opening of the new WCC. 38

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