Manassas Economic Development

Big ideas often start with familiar faces. So far this May, the City has celebrated ribbon cuttings for Arepa Social and Cannon Branch Dental of Manassas— two businesses founded by entrepreneurs familiar to the region who chose to pursue their own vision right here in the City. From authentic Venezuelan flavors and family recipes to personalized, technology-driven dental care, these businesses add to the diversity, experience, and quality of life that continue to define the heart of Manassas. Their stories reflect something we see time and again: local entrepreneurs investing back into the community they know best.

We are committed to a beautiful, accessible City. In 2025, we completed a $14 million streetscape transformation on Grant Avenue, featuring our first roundabout and enhanced pedestrian upgrades. By improving commercial corridors like Sudley Road and Mathis Avenue, we are building infrastructure that matches the ambition of our business community. Track our infrastructure progress. Full update in the 2025 Annual Report: https://lnkd.in/eyPKvkZV

Our retail scene continues to shine! 🛍️ We closed 2025 with a remarkable 99.4% retail occupancy rate. By focusing on City beautification and attracting and promoting retail and restaurants, we’ve created a destination that residents and visitors love to support. Meet the businesses fueling our growth. Download the report: https://lnkd.in/eyPKvkZV

🚀 Calling All Founders! Applications Now Open for Companies to Pitch at the Accelerate Breakfast Series Event – July 16, 2026 The award-winning Accelerate Breakfast Series is now accepting applications from high-growth tech companies in Virginia, Maryland, and DC for the upcoming Thursday, July 16, 2026 event at the Carahsoft Conference and Collaboration Center in Reston, VA. Companies that pitched at recent programs have raised nearly $30M! 💡 What’s in it for presenting companies: • Pitch to a panel of investors, government leaders, and industry experts for seed-stage funding ($500K–$2M) • Build invaluable connections with 200+ leaders in business and government • Showcase your innovation and growth potential to a highly influential audience 📅 Application deadline: May 22, 2026 🌐 Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eVyzHk2v

A huge thank you to the many City of Manassas businesses who joined us last Thursday for another impactful Business Appreciation Breakfast This year’s breakfast marked the first time the event has been hosted at the City-owned Manassas Community Center — a beautiful community asset now available for events, gatherings, and rentals. The morning featured a candid workforce conversation led by Micron Technology’s Zuzana Steen alongside leaders from Northern Virginia Community College, George Mason University - Science and Technology Campus | Nexus234 Innovation District, and Manassas City Public Schools CTE. The discussion highlighted practical strategies for building talent pipelines, strengthening workforce partnerships, and connecting businesses with resources available right here in our community. Attendees also received the first look at the City’s newly released 2025 Annual Report. A special thank you to the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, our panelists, raffle contributors, and all of the businesses that continue investing in and strengthening Manassas every day. Read the Annual Report and recap here: https://lnkd.in/echqcXNR 📸 by Calluna's Lens

Our 2025 City of Manassas Economic Development Annual Report is officially here — first unveiled yesterday at our Business Appreciation Breakfast! 🎉 From Micron Technology’s continued expansion to General Dynamics Mission Systems' new Maritime Systems Center of Excellence, now home to 500+ jobs in the City, 2025 was another year of momentum for Manassas. Inside the report: workforce initiatives, redevelopment projects, ribbon cuttings, commercial market trends, tourism growth, and the businesses helping shape our future every day. 📖 Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eyPKvkZV

With Mother’s Day and graduation season just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to give a gift that stays local. The HEART BEAT Gift Card is a simple way to celebrate your loved ones while supporting the small businesses that make Manassas unique. These cards drive customers directly to our local storefronts at no cost to the business owners, keeping our "Historic Heart" beating strong. See all participating businesses: https://lnkd.in/gmU9YZef

🫓 Arepa Social Brings the Flavor to Liberia Ave Bold Venezuelan street food has arrived in Manassas. Arepa Social is adding another layer to our already diverse and fast-growing dining scene on Liberia Avenue. 🎉 Grand Opening: 📅 Friday, May 8 ⏰ 10:00 AM Get the full story in our latest Business Beat: https://lnkd.in/eXTk3qrr

⏰ Just a friendly reminder—TODAY is the final day to register for this year’s Business Appreciation Breakfast at Manassas Community Center on May 7! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow business leaders, enjoy engaging programming, and celebrate the people and organizations that make Manassas a dynamic place to work and grow. This FREE event is open exclusively to businesses physically located within the City of Manassas. One attendee per business. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ehNkbNf7

👂 Wayland Hearing Centers Opens in Manassas Founder Kelly Wayland returns to 9625 Surveyor Court—this time as a business owner. Wayland Hearing Centers is now open, bringing full-service audiology care to the Sudley Road Medical Corridor and continuing to grow our healthcare sector. ✂️ Join the ribbon cutting THIS Monday, May 4, at 11AM! Read more in our latest Business Beat: https://lnkd.in/eXTk3qrr