Starting a business often begins with recognizing a need, and for professional organizer Kathryn “Katie” Kersavage, that need was closer than she realized. Kersavage officially launched Organized by Katie in March 2026, turning more than 15 years of informal experience helping friends and family declutter into a professional service designed for real life.

Last week, Arlington welcomed more than 20 global technology companies for the Arlington Tech Launchpad, a three-day immersive business program connecting global firms with the region’s innovation, talent and business networks, led by Arlington Economic Development.

April 21, 2026, 22 small business owners from Arlington and across Northern Virginia took the stage at the BizLaunch PitchFest Finale, held at Amazon’s Visitor Landing at HQ2. The event marked the culmination of the BizLaunch Transformational Challenge, a months-long program designed to equip entrepreneurs with critical skills to strengthen and scale their businesses.

The Healthcare + AI Forum, held March 26 at Arlington Economic Development (AED), brought together healthcare professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders to discuss real-world applications of AI in healthcare, from clinical decision support to the responsible and ethical adoption of emerging technologies.

Are you a small business operating in food, fuel, fitness or fun? Want to put your brand in front of corporate buyers and Arlington’s business community? Applications are now open to exhibit at the Third Annual Small Vendor Showcase, taking place June 6, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport.

Arlington’s economic momentum continues to build, with a steady stream of company relocations, expansions and ribbon cuttings signaling strong confidence in our business environment.

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming one of the most valuable tools available to small businesses and entrepreneurs — and BizLaunch is bringing that opportunity to the local business community with an upcoming in person workshop, “AI Advantage: Creating Winning Proposals With Smart Tools.”

In March, BizLaunch celebrates Women’s History Month. The month offers a powerful reminder of the essential role women play in driving economic growth, innovation and community resilience. Today, women own more than 42 percent of all businesses in the United States, contributing more than $1.9 trillion in annual revenue and employing 9.4 million workers. Their impact continues to expand.

"Look: An Unexpected Arts Experience" transforms a former Walgreens into a haven for visual and performing arts for just three weekends. "Look" is made possible with funding from an Arlington Arts Creative Placemaking Grant and Rooney Properties.