The Greater Washington Initiative is your resource for making an informed decision about locating or expanding your business in Greater Washington.

Why Greater Washington?

Greater Washington’s economy is exceptional:

• 4th largest economy in the U.S.
• 1st nationally in net new job growth over the last decade
• 2nd largest employer of technology workers in the U.S.
• Nation’s most-educated workforce
• More than 50 colleges and universities
• Highest per capita government research and development spending in the world
• More than 530 weekly international non-stop flights
• More than 1,000 international firms from 50 countries
• Most Inc. 500 fastest growing companies—for 13 consecutive years
• Wealthiest households in the country

Greater Washington’s diverse and dynamic economy is the most resilient in the nation.  Anchored by the federal government and propelled by strong growth in the business services sector and the next generation of knowledge workers, our economy is armored against recession.

Our business climate is attractive and accommodating – according to a recent business outlook survey, 71 percent of the region’s private sector CEOs believe that it is easier to do business in Greater Washington than in any other place in the country.

Companies in Greater Washington thrive – Will yours be one of them?