Washington DC Economic Partnership

Kellen CEO Travis Rush shares the story of why they chose to establish their global headquarters here in the nation's capital. The move has already enabled them to add 15 new positions in the District, with plans to grow their local team by up to 70 more over the next 2-3 years. Their investment demonstrates their strong commitment to the city and is a testament to the talent we have to offer. Check out the full video to learn more about their decision and Kellen's bright future in Washington, DC. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eYBuvB6B Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development

Your business counts. Take 3 – 5 minutes to participate in the 2024 DC Small Business Census today ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eu9rj6PD

WDCEP just leveled up its employer retention efforts with a game-changing initiative! Here's how we made an impact when it mattered most for Washington DC’s economy: Retention Blitz Highlights: 🌟 1,179 DC Employers Contacted 📅 189 DC Employer Meetings Conducted These companies represented a total of: 👥 13,650 Full-Time Employees 🏢 3.65 Million Square Feet of Office and Retail Space We wrapped it all up with a fantastic celebration on October 1st at the WDCEP office. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who played a part including our partners at Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development, Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, Golden Triangle Business Improvement District, and DowntownDC BID. Let’s keep building a stronger, more vibrant DC economy— Click the link below to have your voice heard in our next employer Retention Blitz! We are stronger when we work together! 💪 #Only1DC https://lnkd.in/ezg7HApH

🎉 Party time! Get ready for the ultimate networking happy hour to wrap up Day 1 of DC Startup & Tech Week! 🥂 Join us tonight at 5:30 PM for a chance to connect with fellow founders, entrepreneurs, and tech leaders. Special thanks to our sponsor, SHRM (SHRM Labs), for making this event possible! Make sure to check out their accelerator program — scan the QR code to learn more! Let’s unwind, celebrate, and keep the momentum going for an amazing week ahead! 🎉 #DCSTW24 #DoItAtDCSTW #TechInnovation #Networking #HappyHour #EntrepreneurLife Don't forget to tag us and your friends!

Exciting times for downtown and the entire District! DC Mayor Muriel Bowser and Monumental Sports & Entertainment are teaming up to transform Capital One Arena. This public-private partnership will boost jobs, energize the area, and elevate DC as the #SportsCapital. #ForTheDistrict #ALLCAPS! tinyurl.com/MSERelease

The CoreNet Global Summit is just around the corner! This event will gather industry leaders to discuss innovative approaches to real estate and workplace strategy. Suzanne White, WDCEP's Vice President of Real Estate Services, will be there to connect with professionals shaping the future of commercial real estate. Let’s explore collaboration opportunities and discuss how we can drive economic growth in Washington DC together. If you're attending, reach out to schedule a meeting!

Join us in welcoming Angela Cordovez to the Washington DC Economic Partnership as our new Manager of Business Development! With over 20 years in commercial real estate and a history of impactful achievements, Angela will focus on retaining and expanding existing employers to enhance job creation and investment in Washington DC. We’re excited to have her expertise on board as we continue to drive economic growth in the District!

Small business leaders and owners, this is an opportunity for you. The Federal Reserve has begun collecting responses to this year’s Small Business Credit Survey. As an official survey partner, we’re distributing the survey to for-profit businesses currently in operation, those recently closed, and those about to launch. By taking the survey, business owners and leaders contribute to data that directly informs the Fed, federal government agencies, service providers, policymakers, and others—a public good ultimately benefitting their business and other businesses like theirs.The survey closes November 1, 2024. We’re proud to help amplify the voices of US small businesses. You can help by taking the survey (or sharing it with others) today! https://bit.ly/3z8f9dh

Welcome to Washington DC, Saalex Corporation! 🎉 The new office at One M Street will allow for greater collaboration with key clients and partners, driving innovation and growth within the region. This move strengthens our local economy and underscores the city’s importance as a hub for defense and technology. Here’s to the opportunities and successes that await in this vibrant community! https://lnkd.in/eF_nMb_n

Navigating Fintech Innovation In DC: Opportunities And Resources For Global Growth. Part of Penn West Equity and Innovation District’s Global Innovation Series.