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2021 Economic Outlook

As 2020 comes to an end and we prepare for 2020, our economy continues to change. We invite you to join us for our 2021 Economic Outlook. Dr. Terry Clower, Director of Regional Analysis at George Mason University will provide a forecast of the latest economic trends in Fairfax County, the greater Washington, D.C. area.

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Event Date January, 14

Event Time 5:00am - 6:30am

Featured News

October 5, 2026

Quantum World Congress 2026: Building the Workforce and Industry Behind the Quantum Economy

Building a quantum economy requires the right ecosystem of changemakers, infrastructure, talent, and partnerships capable of turning breakthroughs into businesses, products and jobs and that work is already taking shape in Fairfax NOVA and across Greater Washington. Quantum World Congress (QWC) 2026 brought together 3,000 attendees, 1,000 organizations and delegations from over 30 countries to Greater Washington for three days with a laser focus on scaling quantum technology towards real-world applications and commercialization. Three game-changing announcements at this year’s QWC…
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September 25, 2026

A Quantum Leap for Public Education: FCPS Plans to Host the World’s First K-12 Quantum Computer

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is making history through a groundbreaking partnership with Connected DMV and the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) that will bring an operational quantum computer directly to students at Skyview High School, creating a first-of-its-kind opportunity for K-12 public education. This partnership creates a unique opportunity for FCPS students to work with an emerging science as it moves from research laboratories into fields such as cybersecurity, medicine, materials science, finance, logistics, and national security. The…
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September 17, 2026

Data Machines Expands in Reston, Building New Capacity to Support National Mission

Fairfax County, VA — Data Machines, a veteran-founded technology firm specializing in advanced, data-driven solutions for government and civilian customers, is expanding its Reston headquarters, underscoring Fairfax County’s role as a home base for companies building technology for consequential missions. Data Machines will invest $849,000 to expand its existing Reston footprint and establish a dedicated innovation and engineering office, creating 75 new jobs. The expansion will give the company additional capacity to grow its team and take on complex work…
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