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September
28
Networking Event
“Has Networking Been Made Easier Than Driving?”
-Over 20 years of proven methodology! -Practical system used immediately in conferences, client meetings, and business events -“George Mason University Continuing and Professional Education has authorized ‘NETWORKING for PROFITS’ to receive Continuing Education Units (CEU).”
September
29
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…
October
1
Area Business Events
12th Annual Wharton DC Innovation Summit
October 1, 2026 • Valo Park Conference Center • Tysons, VA Theme: “Leading the Innovation Revolution in America & Beyond” Join hundreds of executives, nonprofit leaders, government officials, innovators, and entrepreneurs at one of the region’s premier public events on innovation, growth, and transformative technologies. Why Attend Business Growth & Exposure — Network with senior leaders and expand your organization’s reach. Strategic Insight — Equip your team with fresh perspectives on emerging trends in transformative tech, healthcare, funding, and more.…
Featured News
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…
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…
Cornet Technology Inc. Expands in Springfield, FCEDA President and CEO George D. Thomas Honored as 2026 Washingtonian Tech Titan
Cornet Technology Inc. Expands in Springfield, Paving Way for Tech Manufacturing in Northern Virginia Cornet Technology Inc., a leading provider of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) solutions, has expanded into a larger facility at 7600 Boston Boulevard in Springfield. The move marks a significant milestone for the Fairfax NOVA-based small business, providing additional space to support its growing customer base and pursue new business opportunities. Cornet co-founder and CEO Nat Krishnan credited the talent of…