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Just Released! 2007 Regional Report Forecasts to 2012 | The 2007 Regional Report, released June 6 by GWI, includes an economic and demographic forecast to 2012. According to the report, the region will be 50% minority and add 319,000 jobs by 2012. The annual publication showcases the Greater Washington's strengths and compares the region's economy and quality of life to other major metro areas. Download report>>

Paris Air Show 2007 | The Greater Washington Initiative will host 3 exclusive events at the Paris Air Show featuring The Honorable Michael Wynne, Secretary of the U.S. Air Force, and top executives from Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems, Thales, and Aurora Flight Sciences.  More info>>

Study: Greater Washington’s Knowledge Workforce Leads Nation | The region has the nation’s highest concentration of “knowledge workers” -- people who use, analyze and develop ideas and information daily in their jobs -- according to a new GWI study. The study, titled “Human Capital: Greater Washington’s Knowledge Workers,” analyzes more than 1.1 million employees in the region, compares our region to other major metro areas and includes projections of workforce needs. Download study>>

Expanding Your Business Presence in Greater Washington? Take advantage of the region’s hottest new hiring tool! Capital Region Careers, a new online job board can help firms recruit quality employees.View Site>> More Info>>

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