FCEDA’s CEO Hoskins and Commissioner Johnson Named on Washington Business Journal’s 2025 Power 100

The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) is proud to share that President and CEO Victor Hoskins has been named to the Washington Business Journal’s 2025 Power 100, an annual list recognizing the region’s most influential leaders shaping the future of Greater Washington’s economy. Hoskins’ leadership continues to position Fairfax County as a global hub for technology, innovation, and investment. Under his leadership, FCEDA has attracted billions in new capital investment, accelerated job creation across key sectors such as AI, quantum, cybersecurity, and space commercialization, and strengthened the region’s reputation as one of the most competitive business ecosystems in the United States.

This recognition underscores not only Victor’s visionary leadership, but also the collective momentum of Fairfax County’s business community — the companies, entrepreneurs, educators, and public partners driving innovation, inclusion, and growth.

“This honor truly belongs to my incredible FCEDA Team, and the ecosystem of leaders and innovators across Northern Virginia who are building the future together,” said Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of FCEDA. “Our success is a shared one – built on collaboration, trust, and a vision to keep this region at the forefront of global innovation.”

The Power 100 celebrates individuals who are transforming the region’s economy and strengthening its national and global competitiveness. Learn more about Victor Hoskins’ inclusion in the 2025 Power 100 and explore how Fairfax County continues to lead the way in economic growth, innovation, and opportunity.

The FCEDA is delighted to also celebrate Commissioner Jermaine Johnson’s feature on the Power 100 List. Johnson is the Greater Washington and Virginia regional president of PNC Financial Services Group and is one of Greater Washington’s most visible business leaders, overseeing branch banking, commercial lending, corporate philanthropy and other local activities for one of the nation’s largest banks. He is a past chairman of the Greater Washington Board of Trade.

Building the Future Workforce: FCEDA and Think Big for Kids Partner to Inspire the Next Generation

FCEDA is proud to partner with Think Big for Kids to expand K–12 programming that connects Northern Virginia students directly with the region’s most innovative companies. Together, we’re helping students see themselves in the future of technology, cybersecurity, AI, data, and space, right here in Fairfax County. Through interactive programming, mentoring, and exposure to real career pathways, this collaboration empowers students from middle school to high school to explore in-demand industries while equipping employers with a diverse and inspired future talent pipeline.

In a recent Think Bigger Voices podcast, FCEDA’s Vice President of Talent Mike Batt discusses how Northern Virginia’s business community can play a pivotal role in shaping tomorrow’s workforce. The message is clear: when companies invest early in K–12 engagement, they’re not just supporting education, they’re future-proofing their own industries.

Listen to the podcast and explore how your organization can help “Think Big” for Fairfax County’s students and the future of our regional economy.

Access Full Podcast Episode Here

Your Company Can Make a Difference

Whether through mentorship, internships, or classroom engagement, Northern Virginia companies have a unique opportunity to inspire the next generation of innovators.

FCEDA Talent Program Manager K-12 Layla Mailoudi at the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) State of the Schools Event October 28, 2025.

If your business is interested in partnering with FCPS through the Think Big for Kids program, contact Layla Mailoudi at lmailoudi@fceda.org.

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