Not a regular mom, A Vienna Mom

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“After about 1 cup of joe, let’s just say Vanessa puts the “hyper” in hyperlocal”

Vanessa Arias is a Vienna, VA wife, mom of three littles, dog mom and strategist with a background in AI, technology policy and content engineering. She blends Vienna community, connection, and humor to share smart, local & useful content. 

Vanessa is a true DC area native. She was born in Washington, DC, raised in Maryland and moved to Virginia after college. Vanessa’s heritage is Salvadorian-American and she is learning how to make pupusas in her late 30’s.

Vanessa resides in Vienna, Va with her husband, 3 young children and 3 year old dog, Stewie.