Meet the BeLocal Team
Your go-to resource for the best local spots, events, and businesses—delivered to newcomers and residents alike.
BeLocal's Mission
BeLocal Loudoun County highlights the best of the area—things to do, places to visit, and businesses to support. With local recommendations, it’s mailed to new movers and available 24/7 as a digital flipbook for both newcomers and residents. For links and resources, visit linktr.ee/belocalloudoun. Follow @belocalloudouncounty on Instagram and Facebook for all things Loudoun County.
BeLocal Loudoun County highlights the best of the area—things to do, places to visit, and businesses to support. With local recommendations, it’s mailed to new movers and available 24/7 as a digital flipbook for both newcomers and residents. For links and resources, visit linktr.ee/belocalloudoun. Follow @belocalloudouncounty on Instagram and Facebook for all things Loudoun County.
Meet the BeLocal Team
Traci Pasqualone
BeLocal Publisher/Owner
A Loudoun County resident for over 30 years, Traci is a devoted wife, mom, and furbaby mom. She’s passionate about connecting and building community through BeLocal Loudoun County and has proudly published Stroll Willowsford for over eight years.
Jennifer Cubas
BeLocal Outreach Manager
Jennifer brings over 10 years of marketing and business development experience. She’s passionate about fostering connections and growing BeLocal’s presence. Look for her at local events and say hello!
Hope Zawaski
BeLocal Client Care Manager
Hope is a client care manager and ad specialist for BeLocal and Stroll Willowsford, helping sponsors deliver their messages. She enjoys music, sports, and time with her family and dog.
Darlene Shenier
BeLocal Social Media Manager & Brand Photographer
Darlene, of Darlene’s Photography, specializes in photography, videography, and social media, helping Loudoun businesses craft compelling brand stories.
Lia Hobel
Writer
Lia is a freelance writer and community advocate based in Ashburn. A proud mom of three boys, she captures local stories and family life with passion and insight.
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHERS
We’re grateful for the insights and contributions of the following Loudoun County residents.
Tods Manggon
Photographer
Tods is a passionate freelance photographer known for capturing unforgettable moments. He was the official photographer for the World Police and Fire Games: Fairfax 2015 and the National Memorial Day Concert at the U.S. Capitol. Follow his work on Instagram: @todsphoto.
Scott Sikes
Sports Photographer
Scott is passionate about sports photography and specializes in portraits of youth leagues, school games, and local events. Explore his work at scottsikes.smugmug.com.
Andrew Sample
Photographer
Andrew is a local photographer specializing in real estate, architecture, weddings, fashion, and food. Founder of NOVA Foodies. Explore his portfolio at www.asamplephotography.com.
Lis Rohr
Family Photographer
Lis is a local photographer specializing in family and senior portraits. Explore her work at photosbylis.com or on Instagram at @photosbylisrohr.
Additional Photographer Contributors
Missie Ellis
Professional Aerial Photographer, Vantage Point Drove
Follow @vpdrone or visit vpdrone.com.
Jenny Sessoms
Brand Photographer
Explore her work at jennysessoms.com.
Local Tip: “Loudoun County is a historical treasure with many homes surviving from Colonial Days and many events and sites commemorated by statues or plaques. The history of the Revolution is kept alive by the Sgt Maj John Champe Chapter, Virginia Sons of the American Revolution, through commemorations of county people and events and the marking of the graves of Patriots of the Revolution buried here.” - Barry Schwoerer, VP of VA SAR
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