Manassas’ Smith now a certified economic developer

April 26, 2019

  MANASSAS — Manassas leaders are celebrating today as Nicole Smith, the city’s economic development coordinator received an endorsement as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD). The national recognition form the International Economic Development Council denotes a mastery of skills in economic development, professional attainment and a commitment to personal and professional growth. The CEcD designation […]

One Love Manassas arts festival returning April 26-28

April 25, 2019

Manassas and Historic Manassas Inc. will host One Love Manassas, a three-day, multi-media art show with live music, a juried art competition, a film showcase and Chasing Light, a 3D music and light interactive experience, on April 26-28. The weekend, dubbed a celebration of life with the arts,  is designed to give artists a platform […]

Lockheed Martin awarded $20 million for engineering, technical services for Navy’s AN/BLQ-10 system

April 25, 2019

Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $20 million contract for engineering and technical services for the AN/BLQ-10 Electronic Warfare System Technology Insertion (TI)-20, TI-22 and TI-24. The AN/BLQ-10 system includes extensive COTS and non-developmental item hardware and software that is cost-effective to meet operational requirements and life-cycle costs. The AN/BLQ-10 system is an open architecture […]

Business Appreciation Breakfast–May 9, 2019

April 22, 2019

Please join us for this 5th annual breakfast celebrating you and your business!  We are excited to announce Jack McDougle, President and CEO of the Greater Washington Board of Trade, and former deputy undersecretary of economic affairs at the U.S. Department of Commerce as our keynote speaker.  As the region’s oldest business voice, the BOT is committed […]

Nicole Smith receives designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) from International Economic Development Council

April 18, 2019

City of Manassas Communications Manager Contact: Patty Prince Email: [email protected] City of Manassas Department of Economic Development Contact: Patrick Small, CEcD Email: [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2019 MANASSAS, VA (Monday, April 15, 2019) Nicole Smith, Economic Development Coordinator for the City of Manassas, earned the designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), a national […]

City of Manassas Announces Launch of “Move to Manassas” Campaign

April 11, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: April 11, 2019   Historic Heart with a Modern Beat–Small Town Charm with Urban Convenience MANASSAS,VA — In the wake of unprecedented economic growth in Northern Virginia, the City of Manassas proudly ushers in a new renaissance era with the launch of its “Move to Manassas” campaign, the City’s latest call-to-action […]

City of Manassas ISO Rating Improves

March 22, 2019

City of Manassas, VA . . . The Insurance Services Office (ISO) has given the City of Manassas an ISO Rating of 3, with one being the very best you can receive on a scale of 1 to 10. Over the last year, the City of Manassas Fire and Rescue Department and Utilities Department have […]

Amazon and Micron deals top legislative session overshadowed by political scandals

March 22, 2019

Virginia’s 2019 legislative session largely was drowned out by the scandals of the statewide officers, but accomplishments included record deals with Amazon and Micron Technologies bringing new economic development to Northern Virginia, along with pay raises for educators across the state. Two longtime delegates discussed how state leaders handled the legislative session at a Greater […]

Partnership connecting businesses with schools

March 22, 2019

A new partnership is helping students prepare for their future careers. The Prince William Chamber Commerce’s Education and Innovation Committee is collaborating with state agencies and local school divisions. It’s working with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and Virginia Department of Labor & Industry (VADOLI), as well as Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS), […]

Don’t forget Micron

March 22, 2019

$3 billion expansion is expected to create 1,100 jobs   While all eyes were on Amazon’s HQ2 project, Virginia landed another deal — one that will result in $3 billion in investment and the creation of 1,100 jobs. The plan to expand Micron Technology Inc.’s semiconductor plant represents “the largest deal in commonwealth history. It’s […]