RCPCA OFFICERS
Meghan Pazmino, President
Meghan moved to Kensington in 2021 and quickly began putting down roots. She joined the board in 2023 and is passionate about building community.
Meghan has been a teacher for over 15 years and currently teaches 5th grade math in DC Public Schools. She enjoys gardening, photography, going on adventures with her husband and two kids, and saying hi to her neighbors.
Jessica Rotem, Vice President
Jessica Rotem has lived in the RCPCA neighborhood for over eight years as of 2025. Jessica loves the diversity of families and people, the many green spaces, and the kindness she encounters in our neighborhood daily. Being on the RCPCA board offers an opportunity to give back to the community that has given so much love and acceptance to Jessica and her family over the years. When she isn't working hard for RCPCA, she can be found running her therapy practice, attending Rock View ES events, and enjoying all that our county offers with her family.
Rachel Staley Grant, Secretary
After many years of living and traveling abroad, Rachel was thrilled to discover and move to the Rock Creek Palisades neighborhood in 2018. You’ll often find Rachel and her family out and about at their favorite local K-town spots. She’s also known for bragging about Kensington to all of her friends and colleagues based in D.C. and Virginia! Rachel joined the RCPCA board in 2024 and is excited to use her background in communications and project management to support the neighborhood.
Evan Whitten, Treasurer
Evan Witten is a member of the global Learning and Development team at Protiviti, a global consulting firm. He is the lead facilitator of the award-winning Passport to Protiviti and Liftoff with Protiviti onboarding programs in North America, leads Protiviti’s onboarding technology, and supports Protiviti’s Leadership Development programs delivering workshops on Emotional Intelligence, Effective Communication, and Resilience. He graduated from the School of Business at the College of Charleston with a Bachelor of Science in accounting. Things Evan loves about our neighborhood: access to many areas of Montgomery County within minutes, mature trees, playgrounds and parks, and plenty of little free libraries!
Rachel Lande, Member-At-Large
Rachel is a Montgomery County native who loves giving back to her community. She moved to the neighborhood in 2015 with her husband and they now have two elementary aged kids. Rachel joined the RCPCA board in 2021 because she wanted to help with events and foster meaningful connections in the neighborhood. When she’s not busy volunteering, you can find her traveling, shopping, or just hanging out with friends and family..
Erin Inlek, Member-At-Large
Erin has lived all over the DMV and settled in Kensington in 2020. Even during the pandemic, she quickly recognized this neighborhood as a great place to foster community and is excited to contribute via the RCPCA board. When Erin isn't traveling around DC as a federal consultant, she enjoys cooking, adventures with her family, and a fun spin class.
Rachel Gordon, Member-At-Large
Rachel moved to the neighborhood in 2021 and quickly fell in love with the community’s walkable charm—especially being able to stroll to nearby playgrounds with her toddler and to the farmers market. She works in study abroad and is passionate about helping students experience the world. Rachel is excited to use her background in event management to help organize fun, welcoming events that bring neighbors together and strengthen the community.