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Loudoun Innovation Challenge Finalists Announced!

The 2024 Loudoun Innovation Challenge Finalists Have Been Announced The Loudoun Economic Development Authority (EDA) and Loudoun Economic Development have named the finalists for the 2024 Loudoun Innovation Challenge. In its fifth year, this esteemed competition celebrates local entrepreneurs leading…

Ramona ThompsonNovember 20, 2024

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Loudoun Economic Development Issues RFP for Small Business Assistance

OVERVIEW: Launch Loudoun, a program of Loudoun Economic Development (DED), provides experiences and services for Loudoun entrepreneurs through the entire lifecycle of their small business. Find value in Day 1 and Day 1,001 via large-scale events, targeted programs, partner counseling,…

MarkNovember 8, 2024

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Voces de Exito: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month in Loudoun

In September and October 2024, Loudoun Economic Development celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month by launching a social media campaign, “Voces de Exito,” or "Voices of Success," prompting Hispanic, Latino, and Spanish business and economic development leaders to provide share what…

Ramona ThompsonOctober 15, 2024

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Faces of Loudoun: Stephanie and Abraham Avila

Casa De Avila Tacos Brings Authentic Flavor to Loudoun County The Loudoun County food scene embraces national and international influences. Stephanie and Abraham Avila, Owners of Casa De Avila Tacos, share the story of how their restaurant grew from a…

Loudoun Economic DevelopmentOctober 8, 2024

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Faces of Loudoun: Ioanna Gisone and Anastasia Vlassopoulos

New Business Brings Accessible CPR/AED/First Aid Training to Loudoun County CPR Lifeline Academy exemplifies how the supportive ecosystem of Loudoun County makes going from the ideation to the execution of a business plan simple. Owners, Ioanna Gisone, Ph.D. and Anastasia…

Loudoun Economic DevelopmentOctober 8, 2024

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Faces of Loudoun: Ray Vazquez

Young Talent Contributes to the Cybersecurity Industry Vertex11 is leaving the cybersecurity industry better than they found it. Ray Vazquez, Founder and President of Vertex11, believes engaging the youth of Loudoun County in internships from an early age is one…

Loudoun Economic DevelopmentOctober 8, 2024

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Loudoun Innovation Challenge 2024: New Format, New Opportunities for Entrepreneurs

Loudoun Innovation Challenge 2024: New Format, New Opportunities for Entrepreneurs The Loudoun Innovation Challenge presented by the Loudoun County Department of Economic Development and Loudoun Economic Development Authority returns for 2024, offering an opportunity for local entrepreneurs and innovators to…

MarkSeptember 18, 2024

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41 Loudoun County Companies Make the Inc. 5000 List for 2024

Loudoun County’s business community continues to leave a mark on the national stage with 41 Loudoun-based companies earning spots on this year's Inc. 5000 list. Among them, Ashburn-based Blu Omega shines as a standout, ranking 53rd. As the highest-ranked company…

Ramona ThompsonAugust 28, 2024

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Loudoun Economic Development and Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber Sign Historic MOU

Loudoun Economic Development and Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber Sign Historic MOU In a significant move towards fostering economic growth and inclusivity, Loudoun County Economic Development (DED) and the Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (NOVAHCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding…

MarkJuly 31, 2024

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Loudoun Economic Development Issues 4 Small Business Assistance RFPs

Thanks to the generosity of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, the Department of Economic Development's (DED) signature program, Launch Loudoun, has received over $400,000 additional funds to assist small business programming. Loudoun DED is seeking proposals to support existing…

MarkJuly 30, 2024