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Business Beat: Manassas 2026 Business of the Year, Chamber Awards Winners Announced

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CITY BUSINESSES EARN TOP HONORS AT CHAMBER AWARDS

2026 Manassas Business of the Year: Tru by Hilton

On Thursday, February 26, 2026, the Prince William Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual Business Awards Dinner at Magnoliya Grand Manor, recognizing excellence, leadership, and community impact across the regional business community. The City of Manassas proudly celebrates several organizations that received top honors, reflecting the strength, innovation, and service-driven spirit of our local economy.

2026 Manassas City Business of the Year: Tru by Hilton Manassas

In just five years, Tru by Hilton Manassas has become one of the top-performing hotels in the nation and a cornerstone of the local hospitality sector. Consistently ranked among the best of more than 300 Tru properties nationwide for financial performance, quality assurance, and guest experience, the hotel has established a reputation for excellence while building deep connections within the community.

District Manager Lautice Colbert and her team have forged strong partnerships with major employers including Micron, Lockheed Martin, and BAE Systems, supporting business travel and the region’s expanding technology and manufacturing ecosystem. The hotel also collaborates with local nonprofits through food drives, care-bag assembly, and sustainability initiatives, demonstrating a commitment that extends well beyond hospitality.

Tru by Hilton’s investment in workforce development further distinguishes its impact. Through partnerships with Manassas City Public Schools’ Career and Technical Education program and other local schools, students gain hands-on experience and pathways to employment. A founding tenant at The Landing at Cannon Branch, the hotel has become both an economic anchor and a welcoming gateway for visitors experiencing Manassas’ growth and innovation firsthand.

City Companies Recognized Across Multiple Categories

IT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD:

Micron Technology

Micron’s Manassas facility stands as one of the City’s most significant economic engines, employing more than 1,400 highly skilled workers — a number climbing following its latest expansion efforts. Building on a $3 billion expansion announced in 2018, the company revealed a new $2 billion investment in December 2024 to further modernize the plant, a project already generating hundreds of new jobs and expected to create hundreds more manufacturing positions and thousands of additional community jobs at peak activity.

As a global leader in semiconductor memory and storage, Micron anchors Manassas’ position as a hub for advanced manufacturing and high-wage technology employment. Its work is vital to U.S. national defense, critical infrastructure, and the nation’s effort to secure domestic semiconductor production and protect American technological leadership. These investments strengthen supply chain resiliency while ensuring the City remains at the forefront of America’s innovation economy.

Micron’s presence delivers far-reaching benefits to Manassas — from high-paying careers in engineering, IT, and advanced manufacturing to partnerships that cultivate future talent. Through sustained growth, technological leadership, and national strategic importance, Micron continues to reinforce Manassas as a center for innovation, economic resilience, and opportunity.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH AWARD (11+ EMPLOYEES):

Mr. Handyman of Northern Virginia

For nearly two decades, Mr. Handyman of Northern Virginia has demonstrated the power of service-driven business leadership. Led by Navy veteran Jo McCabe, the company has earned recognition not only for craftsmanship but for sustained community engagement that supports veterans, families, and local organizations.

A hallmark initiative is the annual National Day of Service, during which the team dedicates a full day of labor to repairing and improving a veteran’s home. Over the years, the effort has mobilized dozens of volunteers, partnerships with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and local VFW posts, and substantial donated labor and materials—transforming lives while strengthening community bonds.

Beyond this signature event, Mr. Handyman’s staff actively participates in civic life, environmental stewardship, and local celebrations, reflecting a culture rooted in generosity and leadership. Their work illustrates how businesses can serve as catalysts for compassion, resilience, and community pride.

AGNES L. COLGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES:

NVFS SERVE Campus

Northern Virginia Family Service’s SERVE Campus has long been a lifeline for families across Manassas and the surrounding region. Operating as a comprehensive hub for health, housing, and family stability, the campus addresses both immediate crises and the underlying causes of poverty through integrated, client-centered services.

Healthcare access is central to this mission. Programs providing primary care, prescription assistance, and care coordination ensure uninsured and low-income families receive essential services, reducing reliance on emergency care and improving long-term health outcomes. Health Navigators also guide families through changing insurance landscapes, ensuring continuity of care during periods of transition.

Serving thousands of children and families annually, the campus includes the region’s largest family shelter, a major hunger resource center, workforce development programs, and early childhood education services. Supported by dedicated staff and volunteers, NVFS exemplifies holistic community care that strengthens families and expands economic opportunity.