Arlington Economic Development (AED) has received two Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), recognizing Arlington Tech Launchpad for excellence in innovative programming and National Innovation Quarter (National IQ) for excellence in public-private partnership.

For many employers, parental leave begins and ends with a policy. But while a policy may outline how much time an employee can take away from work, it often does not address the operational and human challenges that surround leave itself. That gap is what Arlington-based startup Resilient Returns was created to solve.

When Maripili O’Connell launched Sun & Honey Grazing in spring 2026, she set out to do more than create beautiful charcuterie boards. Her goal was to make it easier for people to gather, celebrate and connect.

After decades of work on Arlington transportation, infrastructure and development projects, Kimley-Horn is establishing a permanent home closer to the clients, communities and places it serves.

While summer is often a slower season for many businesses, BizLaunch has been hard at work supporting Arlington entrepreneurs and preparing an exciting lineup of fall programs. From business growth strategies to inspiring founder stories, there are plenty of opportunities ahead for small business owners looking to learn, connect and grow.

Arlington County ranked No. 2 in the 2026 Digital Counties Survey, reinforcing Arlington, Virginia’s position as a hub for technology, digital innovation and business growth.

Arlington has been named America's Fittest City for the ninth consecutive year in the 2026 ACSM American Fitness Index, reflecting the community's exceptional quality of life, active transportation network, parks, trails and talent attraction advantages.

Arlington, Virginia, ranks No. 8 among the most supportive U.S. cities for small businesses. Learn how Arlington Economic Development and BizLaunch help local entrepreneurs start, grow and thrive.

Arlington Economic Development today joined leaders across the Commonwealth in celebrating Virginia’s rise to No. 3 in CNBC’s 2026 “America’s Top States for Business” rankings. CNBC scored all 50 states on 138 metrics across 10 categories of competitiveness in the 2026 ranking.