Guiding you to find success
The FCEDA has access to resources and connections -- and a proven track record of helping companies thrive. When "business as usual" is anything but, we’re here to help you move forward.
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A community of economic strength
36,000 businesses call Fairfax County home. Companies rest assured knowing Fairfax County is one of the best-managed local governments in the U.S. And, Virginia is the best state to do business, according to CNBC.
11 FORTUNE
500 COMPANIES
A knowledge-based economy that’s here to last
Cybersecurity. Life Sciences. AI. Our economic fabric is strong thanks to innovators across diverse industries from financial powerhouses like Capital One to federal agencies like the CIA.
152,000+
KNOWLEDGE-BASED WORKERS
Helping you invest wisely
Companies locate here for a reason -- it’s a smart investment. And, Virginia's Small Business New Jobs Program and retraining programs support (and reward) the creation of new jobs.
10TH LOWEST
STATE CORPORATE TAX RATE
Proximity – perfected
Located minutes from D.C., Fairfax County is part of the powerhouse Northern Virginia region that hosts the largest data-center hub and produces more computer science graduates than any other metro area.
30+ COLLEGES
AND UNIVERSITIES IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA
The world relies on our tech
Our IT infrastructure is unparalleled: 70% of the world’s Internet traffic runs through Northern Virginia. Amazon Web Services and Microsoft are two of the 8,900 technology firms located here.
HOME TO 50+
OF THE TOP 500 GLOBAL CYBERSECURITY FIRMS
The place to be
We have jobs that matter — and places that matter too. From go-go Tysons to small-town Herndon and everything in between, this is a cosmopolitan, vibrant community that is proud of its diversity.
News
September 17, 2020
Tysons vision at 10 years: Q&A with Sol Glasner of the Tysons Partnership
[caption id="attachment_12035" align="aligncenter" width="750"] The Tysons skyline. (Photo courtesy of John Lee)[/caption] Created with the mission of “Building America’s Next Great City,” the Tysons Partnership is a group of Tysons stakeholders working together to guide…
September 15, 2020
Fairfax County E-Bird newsletter for September 15, 2020
Pivot in tandem: Tandem Product Academy is recruiting 20 technology businesses in Northern Virginia to go through a free series of classes and one-on-one mentoring to help pivot their business models to address new opportunities.…
September 10, 2020
FCEDA global operations pivot to virtual during pandemic; 2 Fairfax County companies accepted to Virginia export program
With six satellite offices located in important tech centers around the world, the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) immediately pivoted its mode of global communications when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March. With air…
September 8, 2020
Fairfax County E-Bird newsletter for September 8, 2020
Livability counts: As tech workers consider relocating from more expensive hubs such as Silicon Valley and New York City, Northern Virginia is stepping up as a welcoming, livable alternative. More than 15,600 technology companies call…
September 3, 2020
FCEDA to host Talent Workshop, demo website to help Northern Virginia employers attract talent
On September 15 the FCEDA will present a virtual workshop to unveil new national research about talent, discuss resources available to employers that want help in attracting talent -- and showcase a new website that…
September 1, 2020
Fairfax County E-Bird newsletter for September 1, 2020
Topping the charts: Fourteen Fairfax County-area employers placed in “Forbes America’s Best Employers by State 2020” in Virginia -- as judged by employees themselves. The local employers: no. 10: Capital One (Tysons); no. 13: Navy…
August 31, 2020
National ‘Best for Vets’ employers list includes 14 Fairfax County-based firms
Fourteen Fairfax County-based companies ranked on Military Times’ 2020 “Best for Vets: Employers” list, an annual ranking of the nation's best employers and organizations with military-connected employment programs, benefits and support efforts. “I am very…
August 26, 2020
FCEDA forum spotlights access to capital for minority-owned businesses
Minority entrepreneurs face challenges in accessing capital to start, grow and sustain businesses, and that problem has worsened during the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) and…
August 25, 2020
Fairfax County E-Bird newsletter for August 25, 2020
Best for Vets: Military Times unveiled its annual “Best for Vets: Employers” rankings for 2020, offering a comprehensive look at how in recent years companies nationwide have greatly expanded their support to recruit and retain…
August 18, 2020
Upcoming virtual events: Access to capital for minority-owned businesses; HQ2 subcontracting opportunities
Tomorrow! Prominent D.C.-area minority business leaders and Virginia Sen. Mark R. Warner will be featured in a Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) virtual forum, “Access to Capital for Minority-Owned Businesses” on Friday, August 21,…
Events
Forefront 2020
Date: September 22
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Forefront brings together leading capital sources and industry changemakers working with some of the country’s most innovative startups and who are committed to advancing efforts that build inclusive and diverse entrepreneurial ecosystems.
WALA Creative Entrepreneurs Series: Business Entities Formation
Date: September 22
Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm
Join the Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts for this session of the Creative Entrepreneurs Series. This session will feature guest speaker Cynthia Gayton who will be discussing the topic of Business Entities Formation.
TiE DC Diversity: Together, We Strive
Date: September 22
Time: 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Inspired by the recent voice, protests and discussions of racism, TiE DC wants to be an active change agent in facilitating the education of and promoting change amongst our business startup community. Please join us for an insightful discussion with successful business leaders from our Black Community as they share their experiences and guide us all through these unprecedented times.
National Small Business Week Virtual Conference: Pride in America’s Small Businesses
Date: September 22
Time: 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Join the U.S Small Business Administration for the opening ceremony of National Small Business Week 2020 and presentation of the National Small Business Award Winners, including the National Small Business Person of the Year.
Quick and Easy Tips for Speaking in the Virtual World
Date: September 23
Time: 8:30am to 9:30am
The pandemic of 2020 has thrown us into a virtual world ruled by a myriad of challenges for which we were never prepared. Maybe you’ve been speaking in person for quite some time and doing well. How hard can it be to transfer your speaking to the virtual world? It can be very hard. The virtual world puts a number of restrictions on your speaking and also provides a number of advantages. In this talk, Frank DiBartolomeo will describe the various virtual communication methods (they’re not all video platforms), describe the pros and cons of virtual communication, and provide numerous, practical, and immediately usable tips to enhance your virtual presentations. It is challenging enough to speak in person. However, when your speaking is in the virtual world, it behooves you to think of ways to stand out in your virtual event!
National Small Business Week Virtual Conference: Preparing for a Stronger Tomorrow: Recovery, Adaptation, and Innovation
Date: September 23
Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm
Join the U.S Small Business Administration for a variety of educational presentation and panel discussions that help both new and existing businesses to recover, adapt, and innovate in this challenging time. Attend this free, online conference to meet the U.S SBA's 2020 Small Business winners from across the country, learn new business strategies, meet other businesses owners, and talk with industry experts.
“Our approach to regional collaboration went from nice to necessary almost overnight” Victor Hoskins & Stephanie Landrum write today on 1 year anniversary of NOVA EDA which has turbocharged collaboration in Northern Virginia #COVID19 #EconDev #Virginia https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/local-opinions/regionalism-is-working-for-northern-virginia/2020/09/17/ae5814f2-f781-11ea-89e3-4b9efa36dc64_story.html
The FCEDA caught up with @tysonspartners President and CEO Sol Glasner to get an update on the progress that Tysons and the Partnership have made in the past decade. https://www.fairfaxcountyeda.org/media-center/tysons-vision-at-10-years-qa-with-sol-glasner-of-the-tysons-partnership/
NOVA EDA is hosting the final session in the 'Beyond COVID-19' webinar series tomorrow at 2:00 PM!
During this session, they will be discussing: Strategic Planning in a Digital World.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rfIPlKzET6212RNdHdStVQ
