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Department of Economic Initiatives (DEI)

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CONTACT INFORMATION: Our office is open 8:30AM-4:30PM M-F
703-324-5171 TTY 711
EconomicInitiatives@FairfaxCounty.gov
12015 Route 50, Suite 510
Fairfax, VA 22033
Rebecca Moudry
Director
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What We Do

The Fairfax County Department of Economic Initiatives "Navigates What's Next" to position Fairfax to be economically competitive with prosperous businesses, workers, and communities. We foster a competitive business climate through business support, entrepreneurship, and innovation; advance development by creating conditions for real estate investment and market-based growth; and strengthen local commercial areas by supporting vibrant, inclusive activity centers that retain and attract residents, businesses, and visitors while advancing economic opportunities for all.

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Department Resources

  • About Us
  • Business Events & Education Calendar
  • 2025 Economic Initiatives Project Highlights
  • Accelerate Breakfasts Series
  • Economic Opportunity Reserve
  • Economic Initiatives Annual Reports
  • Fairfax CORE - Support for Small & Local Businesses
  • Fairfax County Business & Economic Data Dashboard
  • Fairfax Founders Fund
  • Pandemic Grants Impact Report
  • Sunsetted DEI Programs
  • Talent Up Northern Virginia
  • Upcoming Entrepreneurial Events

Related Resources

  • Council for Economic Opportunity
  • Economic Initiatives Committee
  • Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA)
  • Fairfax County Economic Indicators
  • Fairfax County Strategic Plan
  • One Fairfax
  • Revitalization & Redevelopment Economic Incentive Program
  • Young Adults Advisory Council (YAA)

Department of Economic Initiatives:

1.  Assists, incentivizes, and analyzes catalytic projects including public-private partnerships, real estate, land use, and transportation opportunities to meet county goals and maximize value.  Learn more

2.  Advises and guides the small and local businesses sector in Fairfax County as they start or grow their businesses. Learn More

3.  Leads economic innovation and strategy to diversify the local economy, foment emerging sectors, and strengthen economic assets. Learn more

Fairfax CORE

Empower Your Business

A game-changing online portal, connecting business owners and entrepreneurs with vital resources to establish, expand, and evolve their ventures. Access over 115 support organizations, comprehensive business guides, and a vibrant events calendar, Fairfax CORE is the one-stop destination for success. 

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Your Resource for Business Growth

Stay ahead in Fairfax County. Subscribe to our Fairfax CORE newsletter for key economic initiatives and valuable small business resources.

 
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New BUILD Site Assembly and Redevelopment Program

A Fairfax County program designed to turn overlooked parcels into big opportunities. By offering financial incentives to developers who combine neighboring lots into larger sites, 

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Fairfax County Launches BUILD Program to Spur Redevelopment Across Nine Areas
July 31, 2026
Fairfax County has launched BUILD: Site Assembly and Redevelopment Program to help realize new investment and community ...
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Fairfax CORE Newsletter: Your Business Connection
July 16, 2026
The Insights Your Fairfax County Business Needs This MonthFairfax CORE News July 2026 ## BlogHealth Insurance for New Businesses: The CORE Blog outlines essential health insurance strategies for new businesses, offering guidance on balancing budgets,...
Fairfax County Announces EDG To Expand Local Microloan Program to Boost Small Businesses
May 28, 2026
Fairfax County announced that ECDC Enterprise Development Group (EDG) will manage an expansion of the Fairfax County Microloan Program to support early-stage ventures and local small businesses. Funded by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and t...
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Upcoming Events

  • September 22   1:30p - Economic Initiatives Committee Meeting
  • October 20   9:30a - Council for Economic Opportunity Meeting
  • November 4 & 5 - Accelerate Investor Conference
  • December 15  9:30a - Economic Initiatives Committee Meeting

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