Community Engagement & Events
Each year, EViE Financial participates in events throughout the country for the purpose of
connecting with and empowering community residents, small business owners, and
individuals interested in improving their financial lives.
Lilli's Bar: First-Ever Pop-Up!
Friday, October 2 2026 | Crystal City Water Park, Arlington VA
Lilli's Bar is a new sapphic, queer bar and restaurant coming to the DC area, and we're looking forward to participating in their
pop-up event! We're excited to meet folks.
"Join us...for an evening of community, drinks, music, queer joy, and celebration — all while helping us raise the funds to open Lilli’s permanent home in Arlington in 2027."
View From the E-Suite: Women's Professional Empowerment Symposium
Thursday, October 15 2026 | Virtual Event
2026 Theme: NO PERMISSION NEEDED:
Your Future. Your Terms. Your Move.
This year will focus on equipping women with tools, clarity, and holistic wellbeing with the goal of leaving them feeling empowered to make their own choices and next moves.
The event is designed for mid- to senior-level professional women who are navigating career pivots, business growth, or leadership transitions — and who are ready to take decisive action.
Melissa will be presenting, and we'd love to have you join us!
7th Annual Black Mental Wellness Conference
Friday, November 6 2026 | Silver Spring Civic Building, MD
Right from the start, this annual event has been a shared space designed to build and strengthen community between mental health professionals, families, allies, and advocates.
2026 Theme: Healing Generations
"This year, we will take a deep dive into the crucial role that interational healing plays within the Black community, as we pay tribute to our rich history while also addressing the pressing mental health challenges we face in the present day."
Melissa will be proudly representing the EViE Financial team at this event, and we'd love to see you there!
Our Commitment
to the Community
In addition to community-focused education events, we also support causes that both we and our clients care about. Melissa currently sits on a non-profit board and does some pro bono work for non-profits and community organizations focused on criminal justice, education equity, diversity equity and inclusion, and women’s equality.