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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the shortage of tech talent nationwide will exceed 1.2 million within just a few years. AED started to address the tech talent gap through a creative partnership and program that aims to increase the number of home-grown skilled tech workers.

I’ve been meeting with business leaders around Arlington about the economic challenges we continue to face, from market uncertainty to rising costs and sourcing talent. We must address these challenges so they won’t continue to hinder our economic growth.

Arlington Economic Development’s BizLaunch, the Forever Grateful community market, and the Hyatt Regency Crystal City are coming together to offer shoppers the opportunity to find unique holiday gifts from local merchants this holiday season.

More than 150 people attended the recent Brunch and Business event. The event, part of Hispanic Heritage Month, Celebrated Arlington's many Latino-owned businesses.

Last month in this column, we discussed Arlington’s shifting office market and the challenges we face with high vacancies and the trend of remote work and shrinking office footprints. We need to adapt to these challenges with flexibility and ensure our business community is well connected to the resources and assets that make Arlington a great place to do business.

AED Interim Director Shannon Flanagan-Watson shares Arlington Economic Development's Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Annual Report, which provides a snapshot of the priorities and achievements of the department during the past year.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the County took extraordinary measures to make it easier for restaurants and bars to expand operations outside as they followed mitigation requirements. Learn more about the Temporary Outdoor Seating Areas (TOSAs) that were created and the new FOOD Study.