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This National Small Business Week, support small and local businesses and get rewarded for your purchases through Open Rewards. Launched in 2022 by BizLaunch, Open Rewards is an innovative platform, where shoppers can earn 5% in cash back rewards for purchases made at local businesses, shoppers can then redeem those rewards for purchases at other local businesses.

Three entrepreneurs. Three powerful stories. One unforgettable conversation.
Join Arlington Economic Development’s BizLaunch team for an inspiring event — Brunch and Business: AANHPI Leadership and Their Unyielding Resilience — that honors the grit, passion and resilience of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) small business owners who turned dreams into reality.

The Arlington Innovation Fund is committed to strengthening our region’s innovation ecosystem by building strategic partnerships, expanding access to capital, and opening new doors for founders. We’re excited to share three new sponsorships that reflect this mission — and our continued investment in making Arlington a place where innovation thrives.

Arlington Economic Development (AED) Department, the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC), the National Landing Business Improvement District (BID), JBG Smith and Starburst, are proud to announce the opening of Starburst’s National Landing Launchpad. The initiative, supported by a $200,000 grant from VIPC’s Regional Innovation Fund (RIF).

In this episode of the Innovation Economy Podcast, host Susan Soroko discusses the value and impact of women-owned businesses. Joined by Mary Wong, Founder and Principal Consultant of EvaluCcraft Global, the conversation highlights the barriers women-owned businesses face and the various available resources and support systems.

CoStar Group Inc.’s $325 million acquisition of the Central Place office in Rosslyn was a win for the publicly traded real estate data giant, a win for co-seller JBG Smith Properties, a win for Arlington and the state of Virginia.

Mark your calendars for June 17 – 18, 2025, because the State of GovTech 2025 is coming to Amazon’s HQ2 in Arlington, Virginia. This groundbreaking event, organized by CivStart in partnership with Arlington Economic Development, Technologists for the Public Good, the National League of Cities and e.Republic, promises to be a game-changer for local government innovation.

Arlington County recognizes the invaluable contributions of the more than 25,000 federal employees who work in Arlington, as well as the many more who call our community home. The dedication of federal workers and contractors strengthens our economy and enriches our neighborhoods. In times of transition, Arlington stands ready to support those navigating employment changes, financial uncertainty o

On April 10, 2025, Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport will be hosting a Minority Vendor Showcase Fair with the theme of Food, Fuel, Fitness and Fun.