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NVC and Pinkston have launched the third installment of the 2026 Business Leader Survey!

Building on the momentum of last year’s success, this series remains a vital pulse check on the business sentiment and economic outlook shaping our region’s growth.

We're calling all CEOs, corporate executives, and business owners operating in Northern Virginia to complete this survey. Your feedback provides the critical data our leadership needs to drive the region forward.

The survey closes this Friday, September 25, 2026.

NVC held its quarterly Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

We welcomed George Mason University (GMU) Associate Vice President of Innovation and Economic Development​ Paula Sorrell​ to lead a fireside chat on innovation in NOVA.

Paula outlined GMU's innovation ecosystem, including Mason Enterprise’s consolidated small-business support programs, Mason Square’s growth as an innovation district, and partnerships with Arlington, Prince William, Fairfax, and Loudoun Counties. She highlighted the need for more structured connections between startups and customers, alongside greater continuity and coordination in Virginia’s innovation funding and support systems — all of which support NOVA Roadmap goals of reinventing the economy and attracting sustained investment.

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Yesterday, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) announced the creation of the Potomac Regional Alliance, a group of regional leaders who plan to launch a year-long effort to craft a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the region.

The CEDS Steering Committee, which includes NVC President & CEO Julie Coons, will hold its inaugural meeting tomorrow, Thursday, September 24.

The CEDS Steering Committee also includes industry titans like Amazon, Micron Technology, Monumental Sports and Entertainment, and Capital One. NVC is proud to be a part of this vital regional effort to drive economic growth and competitiveness aligned with the four bold goals of the NOVA Roadmap.

Greater Washington leaders form econ dev alliance | Virginia Business

Greater Washington, D.C., economic development and business leaders have formed the Potomac Regional Alliance, which plans to release an economic development strategy next year.

New group launches to pursue comprehensive economic strategy for D.C. region | Washington Business Journal

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments and three other groups have formed a new alliance to devise an economic strategy for the region, the first step toward achieving a goal that has eluded Greater Washington for years.

Each year, the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards® (GovCon Awards) gathers Northern Virginia’s government contracting community to recognize the organizations, executives, and programs that showcase unique leadership, innovation, and service.

While the finalists and award winners take center stage, the GovCon Awards would not be possible without the dedicated support of its sponsors. NVC is grateful to every sponsor whose support helps make this program, and all other events and programs, possible.

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NVC MEMBER NEWS

Announced on September 21, UVA Health Prince William Medical Center has earned its third consecutive Magnet® recognition, the highest national honor for nursing practice, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

This recognizes UVA Health’s dedication to delivering high-quality, collaborative, and innovative care. 

Released on Tuesday, thirteen schools ranked on the U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best National Universities list, with four being NVC members.

NVC members include George Mason University, University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, and William & Mary.

We are proud of their dedication to growing our region's workforce with the necessary skills to lead.

Maximus has awarded more than $2 million in grants to nonprofit organizations in communities across the country. Since its founding in 2000, the Maximus Foundation has awarded more than 3,200 grants totaling $20 million to nonprofits working to strengthen communities nationwide.

CACI International has won a contract worth up to $1.5 billion to support the U.S. Central Command and its mission partners. They’ll be helping strategize missions and operations with other military commands. 

Capital Area Food Bank has released the Hunger Report 2026, with trusted independent social research organization NORC at the University of Chicago, drawing data from nearly 4,000 residents. While it highlights the present level of need in our region, it also serves as a baseline for what's ahead.