Buddy Rizer, Executive Director of Loudoun Economic Development, was recently named one of Virginia’s 50 Most Powerful and Influential Executives by Virginia Business Magazine. This marks the sixth year that Rizer has been included on the exclusive list. Rizer has been instrumental in driving economic growth and development in Loudoun County over the past several years.
Under Rizer’s leadership, Loudoun County has become a hub for technology and innovation, with major companies like Amazon Web Services, Google, and Microsoft all establishing a significant presence in the area. Rizer’s focus on cultivating a business-friendly environment and investing in the local workforce has helped to attract these companies and many others to the region.
Rizer expressed his gratitude for the recognition, saying: “I’m honored to be included among such an accomplished group of executives. This recognition is a testament to the hard work of the entire Loudoun Economic Development team and the supportive business community we have here in Loudoun County.”
Other Loudoun County business leaders listed in the Top 50 are:
- Sheila Johnson, CEO, Salamander Hotels & Resorts, Middleburg
- Charles “Chuck” Kuhn, founder and CEO, JK Moving Services, Sterling
- Mike Salvino, president, chairman and CEO, DXC Technology Co., Ashburn
Mr. Rizer has been instrumental in promoting the county’s strengths and positioning it as an attractive destination for businesses. His efforts have led to Loudoun being recognized as one of the top places to live and work in the United States and his vision for the county’s economic growth has been based on a strategy of building a diverse business ecosystem, promoting entrepreneurship, and leveraging the county’s assets to attract investment.
