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Fairfax County Economic Development Authority

The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority is here to help businesses start, expand or relocate in Fairfax County. Chartered by the Commonwealth of Virginia, the FCEDA is led by a board of county business leaders and funded by the Fairfax County government to promote the county as one of the world’s best business locations and build the county’s commercial tax base. The Board of Supervisors uses the commercial tax base to fund high-quality public services for a growing and diversifying population.

The FCEDA has three business investment divisions — National, International and Business Diversity — that work with companies interested in starting, expanding and relocating businesses to Fairfax County. The FCEDA also has market intelligence, real estate services and communications divisions.

Business investment staff members:
\- work with companies looking for office space;
\- assist small, minority-, veteran- and woman-owned companies;
\- help international firms understand how to open a U.S. office;
\- match firms with sources of venture capital;
\- make introductions to business and community organizations; and
\- act as a liaison with county and state regulatory agencies.

The FCEDA real estate, market intelligence and communications divisions:
\- generate location and facility options for companies;
\- provide information on industry sectors and markets; and
\- brainstorm media and public relations opportunities.

In 2020, FCEDA launched a multi-faceted talent initiative aimed at attracting, retaining, retraining and growing the workforce that companies need to succeed in Fairfax County.

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The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) is a public organization dedicated to promoting economic growth and supporting business development in Fairfax County, Virginia. Serving as a key facilitator within the regional and national aerospace supply chain, FCEDA works to attract, retain, and expand businesses across a range of industries, including aerospace, defense, information technology, and emerging technologies. The authority’s mission centers on fostering a dynamic business environment and connecting companies with the resources needed to thrive in Northern Virginia.

FCEDA offers a comprehensive suite of services to support businesses at every stage, from startups to established corporations. These services include site selection assistance, workforce development programs, access to capital investment and incentives, and confidential soft landing support for companies entering or expanding in the U.S. market. The authority also provides targeted resources for key sectors such as aerospace and defense, helping companies navigate procurement opportunities and connect with a robust network of industry leaders and skilled talent.

In 2025, FCEDA highlighted significant regional developments, including the expansion of Stratos Solutions Inc., which invested $1.58 million to grow its headquarters in Fairfax County, creating new jobs and strengthening the local technical services sector. The authority continues to showcase the region’s advantages and support major employers and innovators in the aerospace and defense industries, reinforcing Fairfax County’s position as a leading business hub in the United States.

Address

8300 BOONE BOULEVARD, SUITE 450, TYSONS, VIRGINIA 22182, USA

Telephone

+44 7802 550444

Website

https://www.fairfaxcountyeda.org/

Membership Status Type

FAC International Partner

Keyword Tags

export, overseas, trade, growth, USA, America, Washington, Washington DC, US, DoD, aerospace, defence, defense, space, cyber, tech, quantum, datacentre, data-centre, datacenter, data-center, hyperscale, photonics, government contracting, prime contractors, manufacturing, headquarters, innovation, trade mission, foreign, FDI, SME, doing business, talent, diversity, taxes and incentives, grants, emerging technology, health, life sciences, FBI, CIA, security, TSA, Homeland Security, economic advantage

Membership Number

Micro Company

Member Since

2016-04-18

Company Reg No

Approvals and Certifications

N/A

SC21

Y/N

Y

Cyber Essentials

Y/N

Y

Main Category

Consortium

Skills

Defence Aerospace Sector

Key Capabilities

Computer Systems

More Capabilities

Computer Systems, Engineering, Robotics, Aerospace & defense, cybersecurity, emerging technologies, financial services, health & life sciences, corporate headquarters, commercial real estate, transportation & logistics, capital investment & incentives, business mentoring, talent attraction & retention, global opportunity, office space solutions, small business support

Main Contact

Melanie Trenchard (Redding)
UK Director
mredding@fceda.org

Sectors

Aerospace
Airports, Space

Approvals

N/A