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July
28
Career Fair
Community Tuesdays at Refraction
A Free Weekly Program for Job Seekers, Founders, and Future Builders Join us every Tuesday at Refraction Innovation Hub for Community Tuesdays — our open-door, no-cost program offering career resources, professional connections, and access to our award-winning, collaborative community of founders, funders, and innovators in the heart of Northern Virginia’s tech corridor. Whether you are in a career transition, considering starting your own business, or simply startup-curious, Refraction offers an inclusive and resource-rich space where you can: Work Onsite for FREE from 9:00…
August
4
Career Fair
Community Tuesdays at Refraction
A Free Weekly Program for Job Seekers, Founders, and Future Builders Join us every Tuesday at Refraction Innovation Hub for Community Tuesdays — our open-door, no-cost program offering career resources, professional connections, and access to our award-winning, collaborative community of founders, funders, and innovators in the heart of Northern Virginia’s tech corridor. Whether you are in a career transition, considering starting your own business, or simply startup-curious, Refraction offers an inclusive and resource-rich space where you can: Work Onsite for FREE from 9:00…
August
11
Career Fair
Community Tuesdays at Refraction
A Free Weekly Program for Job Seekers, Founders, and Future Builders Join us every Tuesday at Refraction Innovation Hub for Community Tuesdays — our open-door, no-cost program offering career resources, professional connections, and access to our award-winning, collaborative community of founders, funders, and innovators in the heart of Northern Virginia’s tech corridor. Whether you are in a career transition, considering starting your own business, or simply startup-curious, Refraction offers an inclusive and resource-rich space where you can: Work Onsite for FREE from 9:00…
Featured News
From Startup to Global Leader: Why James Quigley Built His Company in Fairfax NOVA
For James Quigley, Fairfax NOVA isn’t just a place to start a business, it’s a place to build, scale, and make a global impact. In 2008, Quigley co-founded GoCanvas at his Reston dining room table. What began as a bold idea, grew into a global leader in field worker collaboration software, serving more than 300,000 users worldwide. In June 2024, Germany-based Nemetschek Group acquired GoCanvas for more than $780 million, a testament to what is possible when visionary entrepreneurship takes root…
Virginia Climbs to #3 in CNBC’s Top States for Business
Virginia climbed to the No. 3 spot overall in CNBC’s 2026 America’s Top States for Business rankings, reinforcing the Commonwealth’s position as one of the nation’s premier destinations for business investment and long-term growth. The annual rankings recognize states that excel in the factors companies value most, including infrastructure, workforce, business competitiveness and quality of life. Virginia’s No. 3 finish continues a remarkable track record of competitiveness. Since CNBC launched its Top States for Business rankings in 2007, the Commonwealth has earned a Top…
Fairfax Companies Help Virginia Earn Golden Shovel Award; 17 Employers Honored for Commuter Excellence
Area Development Recognizes Two Fairfax NOVA Companies for Gold Shovel Award From life sciences to national security, Virginia’s diverse economy is cultivating a winning formula for economic growth and earning national recognition. The Commonwealth has been named a 2026 Gold Shovel Award recipient by Area Development, recognizing the nation’s top-performing states for attracting transformative investment, creating high-quality jobs, and building long-term economic competitiveness. Virginia stood out for its ability to secure major wins across a wide range of industries, including semiconductors,…