The event was held at The Vault at the Watergate Hotel, where guests enjoyed an evening of delicious food, cocktails, and engaging conversations with some of Washington’s top policy leaders. Washingtonian President & CEO Cathy Merrill welcomed attendees with brief remarks, highlighting their impact on the city’s most important debates and thanking the evening’s sponsors for their generous support. Guests also had the opportunity to pose for a custom digital Washingtonian magazine cover, courtesy of Washington Talent Agency.