Special Holiday Meeting

This year's recipient of MDBW’s third annual Woman Of The Year award epitomizes the values of Mt. Diablo Business Women and represents the best of who we are, as women and as professionals. MDBW and the East Bay community have benefited greatly from her commitment and talents, and it’s a joy to know her. Who is she? Join us on December 9 when we reveal our award winner and celebrate her accomplishments! 

Justin Levitt is an award-winning pianist and composer with a passion for connecting with people through music. He has been a soloist at Carnegie Hall in New York, written symphonies performed by professional orchestras, composed music for Diablo Ballet’s live performances and short-films, and won a gold Telly Award for best music. His performance for us on December 9 will ignite your spirit and set the mood for this unique 2020 holiday time!

Jeffrey Strause will share unique new ways to toast the holidays. Learn how to make an "Elderberry Mule," "Covid's Cure," and "Santa's Little Helper"! Jeff has worked in East Bay banking, financial services, and is currently Premium Properties' Director of Operations. He began mixology at the San Francisco School of Bartending and honed his creativity in the hospitality industry. With just a few ingredients, Jeff will help us mix sublime beverages!  

To prepare Jeff's three cocktails during our meeting, have these ingredients on hand:

• Vodka (Zubrowska or any other brand, 5.0 oz)

• St. Germain liqueur (1.5 oz)

• Lime Juice (fresh-squeeze 0.5 oz.)

• Agave Nectar (1.0 oz.)

• Apple Juice (0.5 oz.)

• Ginger Beer (any brand, 4.0 oz)

• Lemon juice (fresh-squeeze 0.5 oz, also for garnish)

• Grapefruit juice (1.0 oz)

• Cranberry juice (1.0 oz.)