Economic Development
Prince William County officials reviewed the results of a yearlong workforce development study on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, outlining how the county could take a more active role in connecting workers, employers, and training providers without duplicating existing services.
The presentation, delivered during the Dec. 16 Board of County Supervisors meeting, focused on findings from a $100,000 workforce study funded with American Rescue Plan Act economic recovery dollars and conducted by TIP Strategies.
“Prince William County is an amazing place to work and live, but it faces a significant shortage of flex/tech buildings, limiting its ability to attract and retain growing companies, which fuel job creation, diversify the tax base, and bolster the regional economy,” St. John Properties said. “We look forward to bringing our decades of experience and locally based/vertically integrated approach to make this project a success for all stakeholders.”
“This transaction is about more than just parcels of land,” Prince William County Department of Economic Development and Tourism stated. “It reflects our intentional approach to creating opportunities for companies to expand locally, invest with confidence, and remain in Prince William County as they grow.”
Local economic leaders in Fredericksburg and Prince William County are launching new initiatives to strengthen small businesses and entrepreneurs, reflecting a broader shift toward locally driven networking, education, and collaboration.
In Fredericksburg, the city’s Economic Development Authority announced today the launch of two new quarterly programs — FXBG Local Loop and The Business Pour — designed to support business growth and deepen connections within the local business community.
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“Health care and employee benefit costs continue to climb—putting pressure on businesses of all sizes,” Stafford County Economic Development Authority announced. “As local employers strive to attract and retain talent while managing overhead, understanding what’s driving these rising costs—and how to plan strategically—is more important than ever.”
The quarterly Beer & Business Networking Series, sponsored by HUB International, will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Highmark Brewery in Stafford. The event will feature Alex Clegg of HUB International, who will discuss “The Bottom Line of Benefits: Navigating the Rising Costs of Health Care & Employee Coverage,” offering insight into current industry trends and strategies to help businesses stay competitive without sacrificing employee coverage.
“The George Washington Regional Commission (GWRC) has released the Comprehensive Economic Development Plan (CEDS) for public review and comment,” the George Washington Regional Commission announced. “Input from community members is a crucial part of developing this strategic plan. Public Comment will be available for 30 days from October 31, 2025, to November 30, 2025.”
The CEDS outlines a regional vision for economic growth, identifying development opportunities and strategies for collaboration among local jurisdictions across Planning District 16. Residents, businesses, and community organizations can submit feedback electronically, by email, or in person at a public meeting on November 24 at 5 p.m. at the GWRC office in Fredericksburg.
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