Lansdowne Conservancy - Preserving and Enhancing the Lansdowne Community
Oversees of public spaces, landscaped areas, golf courses, river views, forested regions, ponds, and walking paths.
About Lansdowne Conservancy
The Lansdowne Conservancy is the overarching property association that oversees development in Lansdowne, Virginia. The Lansdowne Conservancy governs Lansdowne through a board of directors with representatives from all the residential homeowners associations, corporate class, such as INOVA Hospital and the other entities located here. Its primary role is to ensure controlled development and design standards as well as enforcement of covenants to maintain the beauty of the community and its property values. The Conservancy is responsible for maintenance of all public spaces within the community.
Capital projects & UPDATE
Facilities & Grounds
Walking Trail Repairs and Extension, Ratification of Black Fluted Pole
Landscaping, Irrigation, & HAM Radio
Irrigation Repairs, Loudoun Invasive Removal Alliance (LIRA) Initiatives
No Towers on 7
In Lansdowne Conservancy, the Loudoun Transmission Line Alliance and The Piedmont Environmental Council for a community meeting on transmission line proliferation in Loudoun resulting from the data center explosion.
Board MEMBERS
Peter Podbielski - President
Patrick Seville - Vice President
Patrick Seville - Vice President
President of Lansdowne Conservancy, brings over forty years of leadership experience in military service, international affairs, and strategic consulting. A retired U.S. Army Colonel and former Foreign Area Officer specializing in Soviet and East European affairs, he later managed major defense programs at Booz Allen Hamilton. A Columbia
President of Lansdowne Conservancy, brings over forty years of leadership experience in military service, international affairs, and strategic consulting. A retired U.S. Army Colonel and former Foreign Area Officer specializing in Soviet and East European affairs, he later managed major defense programs at Booz Allen Hamilton. A Columbia University graduate and U.S. Army War College alumnus, he is fluent in Polish, Bulgarian, and Russian. He has been actively involved with The Kosciuszko Foundation for more than 50 years. Living in Lansdowne on the Potomac since 2006, Peter is dedicated to community service and environmental stewardship, while enjoying history, literature, and spending time with his four children and three grandchildren.
Patrick Seville - Vice President
Patrick Seville - Vice President
Patrick Seville - Vice President
Patrick is a seasoned commercial real estate executive with 30 years of experience in the multi-family finance, development, acquisition and management arena. Currently serving as the Executive Vice President of the 14th largest owner/operator of multi-family communities in the United States, Patrick oversees the national acquisition and
Patrick is a seasoned commercial real estate executive with 30 years of experience in the multi-family finance, development, acquisition and management arena. Currently serving as the Executive Vice President of the 14th largest owner/operator of multi-family communities in the United States, Patrick oversees the national acquisition and disposition pipeline, property business plans, corporate investment partnerships and a team of over 400-individuals spanning the country. Prior to his current role Patrick has served as Director of Operations, Vice President of Marketing and Training, and as a Regional Director for some of the most esteemed commercial real estate companies including both privately held organizations and publicly traded firms. His professional strengths encompass real estate finance structures, entry and exit strategies, repositioning of real estate assets, new construction development and land entitlement processes, general real estate operations and team development. His professional oversight includes the entire U.S market, specifically focused on the Eastern Seaboard, Sunbelt region, Mountain region and the West Coast. As a Loudoun County, Virginia native, he is proud to call the greater Washington DC area his home where he and his wife of 25 years have raised their three children.
John Walsh - Secretary
Patrick Seville - Vice President
Tom Jeavons - Treasurer
Vice President and General Manager of the National Conference Center.
Result-driven VP/GM with significant experience delivering service excellence within client and hospitality focused environments.
Well versed in leading and training high performance staff teams through a broad range of operations, finance and human resource functions.
Vice President and General Manager of the National Conference Center.
Result-driven VP/GM with significant experience delivering service excellence within client and hospitality focused environments.
Well versed in leading and training high performance staff teams through a broad range of operations, finance and human resource functions. have demonstrated success in guiding organizational restructuring, introducing innovative new concepts, managing program implementations and achieving yearly financial targets.
In addition, been responsible for ensuring superior guest satisfaction across large scale and highly rated hotel and conference center facilities. Highly organized and capable of directing multi-unit operations, with an ability to guide pre-opening facility planning and activities. Proven track record of managing financial and budgetary compliance, while also developing sales and marketing plans to enable revenue and market share maximization. Further, I possess considerable experience leading the recruitment, hiring, training and continued professional development of staff teams.
I am known as a versatile contributor with experience in all core operations management functions, exceptional communication skills and a continued commitment to implementing industry best practices. Former Hospitality/Culinary Director/Internationally trained Executive Chef for The New York Helmsley, Wyndham Hotels (NYC), The Jack Welch(GE) Worldwide Executive Training Center(NY), The Sam Palmisano IBM Training Center (NY).
Currently, VP/GM of the National Conference Center, Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce Board Member, and Board Member of Loudoun County Conservancy. Alumnae of The University of Mount Saint Vincent and The Culinary Institute of America.
Tom Jeavons - Treasurer
Patrick Seville - Vice President
Tom Jeavons - Treasurer
Tom and his wife Patty moved to Lansdowne from Monmouth Beach, New Jersey in 2008. Now happily retired, Tom spent most of his career in the telecommunications industry leading sales, marketing and customer support groups. As he grew through his career, Tom earned an especially strong reputation in the industry by focusing his career
Tom and his wife Patty moved to Lansdowne from Monmouth Beach, New Jersey in 2008. Now happily retired, Tom spent most of his career in the telecommunications industry leading sales, marketing and customer support groups. As he grew through his career, Tom earned an especially strong reputation in the industry by focusing his career on start-up opportunities and merger and acquisition activity. He is a 16-year member of the Lansdowne Conservancy Board of Directors and a 15-year member of the Lansdowne Village Greens HOA Board of Directors. He served as President for the better part of his board tenure for both associations and currently serves as Treasurer for both.
Dori O’Brien - Director 1
Maryann Mueller-Davis - Director 3
Dori O’Brien - Director 1
Director, Government and Community Relations, Inova Health ~ Western District.
Seasoned professional with 30 years of experience in healthcare community relations, local government, economic development, and community affairs. Currently serving as Director of Western Region Government & Community Relations at Inova Loudoun Hospital. Pre
Director, Government and Community Relations, Inova Health ~ Western District.
Seasoned professional with 30 years of experience in healthcare community relations, local government, economic development, and community affairs. Currently serving as Director of Western Region Government & Community Relations at Inova Loudoun Hospital. Previously held key roles in Loudoun County Government, including Chief of Staff to the Vice Chairman of the Board of Supervisors. Adept in policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communications. Known for building strong relationships across diverse sectors and driving impactful initiatives.
Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce Board Member and Second Vice Chair, Chair Public Policy Committee; Loudoun Economic Development Advisory Committee; Loudoun Health Advisory Commission; Loudoun Education Foundation Trustee; Loudoun Continuum of Care; Carriage Way HOA Board Member; Friends of Loudoun County Mental Health, former board member; Alumni, George Mason University.
Carol Smith - Director 2
Maryann Mueller-Davis - Director 3
Dori O’Brien - Director 1
Lansdowne Resort, a premier destination in Northern Virginia, proudly announces the appointment of Carol Smith as its new Managing Director. With an impressive career spanning more than three decades in the hospitality and travel industry, Smith brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and strategic vision to her new role.
Smith was p
Lansdowne Resort, a premier destination in Northern Virginia, proudly announces the appointment of Carol Smith as its new Managing Director. With an impressive career spanning more than three decades in the hospitality and travel industry, Smith brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and strategic vision to her new role.
Smith was part of the original management team that launched Lansdowne Resort in 1991 and returned in 2021 as Director of Sales and Marketing. She has since been instrumental in restoring the resort to its former glory, strengthening its brand presence, enhancing guest experiences, and driving substantial revenue growth.
Smith’s expertise in sales, marketing, and business strategy has positioned Lansdowne as a top-tier destination for those seeking unique wellness experiences, championship golf, and seamless business and social gatherings.
“I am honored to take on this new role,” said Smith. “This property holds a special place in my career, and I am committed to elevating the guest experience, expanding our offerings, and driving continued success for the resort. As a woman in hospitality leadership, I also hope to inspire the next generation of female professionals to pursue executive roles in this dynamic industry.”
Prior to her tenure at Lansdowne, Smith held key leadership roles at renowned hospitality brands such as Omega World Travel, Airlie, Boar’s Head Resort, and Benchmark Resorts & Hotels. At Airlie Conference Center, she led a team that achieved an impressive 30 percent increase in year-over-year revenue growth, underscoring her ability to drive success in a competitive market. Throughout her career, Smith has demonstrated an exceptional talent for repositioning brands, optimizing sales strategies, and fostering meaningful industry partnerships.
“We are thrilled to welcome Carol into this leadership position,” said Mrs. Li, owner of Lansdowne Resort. “Her extensive experience, deep understanding of our resort’s operations, and passion for hospitality make her the ideal choice to lead Lansdowne into its next chapter of success.”
Maryann Mueller-Davis - Director 3
Maryann Mueller-Davis - Director 3
Maryann Mueller-Davis - Director 3
Ms. Mueller-Davis is a resident of Lansdowne Woods of Virginia and serves as the Senior Class Representative to Lansdowne Conservancy. Now retired from the practice of law, she has backgrounds in executive-level strategic planning, land-use development law and litigation. She served as her community’s representative to the NOTOWERSON7 Ta
Ms. Mueller-Davis is a resident of Lansdowne Woods of Virginia and serves as the Senior Class Representative to Lansdowne Conservancy. Now retired from the practice of law, she has backgrounds in executive-level strategic planning, land-use development law and litigation. She served as her community’s representative to the NOTOWERSON7 Task Force, and she remains active on the Lansdowne Woods Building and Grounds Committee. She enjoys perennial gardening and has a home studio where she designs and produces silver jewelry.
President's Letter
Dear Lansdowne Residents,
I am honored to be your incoming President, and I want to recognize the leadership provided by Tom Jeavons and last year's board. I am excited to welcome the new class of Directors to the Board, along with new and returning members who I am confident will successfully follow in their predecessors' footsteps!
The Conservancy’s mission is to:
- Protect property values by enforcing design standards and covenants.
- Promote visual harmony and sound development throughout the area.
- Maintain landscaping and signage along public roads.
- Review land use proposals to ensure they meet community guidelines.
With a culture of trust and collaboration, we can achieve our mission.
We encourage residents throughout the Conservancy’s communities to get involved with their neighborhoods. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the Conservancy Board at [Email Address
Thank you for your continued support and for making our community a wonderful place to live.
Sincerely,
Peter Podbielski