The Washington Government Relations Group, the nation’s oldest organization for African-American government-relations professionals, honored leaders in the government-affairs community at its fifth annual Tin Cup Awards Dinner at the Canadian Embassy in Washington, D.C., on July 30. Award recipients included Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Rep. G.K. Butterfield (D-N.C.), the Congressional Black Caucus, Roland Martin of…

The polar vortex couldn’t stop Washington, D.C.’s movers and shakers from marking the end of Black History Month 2014 in style. The Root’s D.C. insider, Nicole Venable, went behind the scenes at three events—including the one shown here, “Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Future,” featuring former and current black senators—that celebrated leadership, diversity and history. On Feb.…

On Tuesday evening, the Kennedy Center hosted the 30th annual Opening Night Gala benefiting the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. The evening is known as one of the most lively philanthropic events in Washington, mixing notable Washingtonians immersed in the arts, philanthropy and politics. As a member of the benefit committee hosting the event, The…

The Washington Government Relations Group’s fourth annual Tin Cup Awards Dinner was held July 24 at the French Embassy. WGRG Tin Cup Dinner Co-Chair Tiffany Moore with WGRG members Tasha Cole, Joi Sheffield and Kimberly Woodard. The Root’s publisher, Donna Byrd (center), with Kneeland Youngblood and 2013 WGRG President’s Award winner Lamell McMorris, president and…

The annual Opening Night Gala at the Kennedy Center is considered one of D.C.’s top charity events and boasts a mix of top politicos and philanthropists. Guests at the gala, held on Feb. 5, were treated to three performances by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and then enjoyed a lavish after-party with dinner and…

It’s that time of year again when the African-American political elite from across the country and from all levels of government gather in Washington, D.C., to discuss the pressing issues of the day with members of the Congressional Black Caucus during the Annual Legislative Conference, hosted by the CBC Foundation. Nicole Venable, The Root’s D.C.…

Politicos, party officials, celebrities and more converged on Charlotte, N.C., from Sept. 4 to Sept. 6 for the 2012 Democratic National Convention. From rousing speeches by Michelle Obama, Deval Patrick and more, to the president’s official acceptance of the Democratic nomination, this year’s DNC was packed with memorable moments. The Root’s D.C. insider, Nicole Venable,…

The Turkish Embassy hosted an exclusive soiree honoring the chiefs of staff of the Congressional Black Caucus members. The reception was held after the annual CBC gala dinner. Two of the most influential chiefs of staff on the Hill, Tracie Pough, chief of staff to Rep. Debbie Wasserman-Schultz (D-Fla.), and Yebbie Watkins, chief of staff…

It takes a while to get to the top, but the current crop of blacks who head government affairs offices in Washington have paid their dues and wield considerable influence. In honor of the upcoming 2011 Congressional Black Caucus week, also known as the Annual Legislative Conference, The Root’s D.C. insider, Nicole Venable, highlights the…