Small business isn’t just a side story in Loudoun County, it’s the headline.
Every day, the team at Loudoun Economic Development works side by side with entrepreneurs, risk takers, and job-makers to ensure that small businesses have the resources they need to start, scale, and soar in Loudoun County. With over 163,000 small business employees powering our local economy, it’s evident that Loudoun’s entrepreneurial community is one of the strongest in Virginia. Small businesses create jobs, drive innovation, and build the strong, diverse communities that make Loudoun such a desirable place to live and work.
With personalized one-on-one consultations, targeted workshops, monthly Lunch and Learns, and large-scale events like the annual Small Business Summit, Loudoun Economic Development's Launch Loudoun team creates an environment where small businesses can truly thrive, contributing to the county's sustained economic growth and diversification.
What can Launch Loudoun do to empower your small business?
Fortify Ventures and Loudoun Economic Development are excited to announce Distilled Intelligence 3.0 (DI 3.0), an invitation-only investor summit and national pitch event.
Set for October 13-16, 2025, at the Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg, DI 3.0 will gather the nation's most promising startup founders, leading investors, influential family offices, and experienced operators. This exclusive event is designed to accelerate investment opportunities and create meaningful connections. Learn more and apply below.
Do you think you have a $1,000,000 startup? Apply by August 15.
Facing a career change? The Pivot. is a new 8-week series from NOVA EDA designed to support federal employees, contractors, and nonprofit professionals navigating workforce disruptions. Free registration includes access to live webinars, interactive workshops, inspirational stories, and AI-powered career tools. Join a community of changemakers building their next chapter.
Office hours provide small business owners time to sit down with our team to receive personalized advice on operations, finance, and marketing / sales. If you don’t see a time or location that fits your schedule, please contact Alberto Fernandez.
July 9: Ashburn Library
July 16: Dulles Town Center, MyPerks Lounge
July 23: Cascades Library
July 30: Lovettsville Community Center
August 6: Lucketts Community Center
August 13: SR Coffee Co, Ashburn
Lunch and Learn 💬
Talent & Growth: Empowering Small Businesses with Academies of Loudoun
As a small business owner, understanding how money comes into and out of your business is crucial to the long-term success and sustainability of your business. Throughout 2025, Loudoun Economic Development is offering a variety of classes in their Ashburn office, hosted by Cheryl Wiehn, that will walk you through the essential financial concepts every entrepreneur should know, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, e-commerce, financial reports and budgeting. You’ll learn how to interpret and leverage these tools to make informed decisions, avoid common financial pitfalls, and ensure the financial health of your business.
As a tool for tracking your business finances, a high-level overview of QuickBooks will be reviewed at each class.
Food producers, manufacturers, and retailers can join the cohort to batch and scale your business. Apply to get access to a commercial kitchen, develop a business plan, refine your food product, and more.
Meet Immie Cross and Greg Lutton, Exsurgo Strong and Fit
Meet Immie Cross and Greg Lutton, the husband-and-wife team behind Exsurgo Strong and Fit, a science-based, evidence-backed gym located right here in Loudoun County. With over 20 years of combined experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, Sports Scientist, and Professional Athlete, Immie and Greg are passionate about helping individuals at every fitness level—from beginners to competitive athletes—achieve their personal best.
Exsurgo is more than just a gym. Their “whole athlete” approach supports both physical and mental wellness, empowering members to build strength, resilience, and confidence that carry over into everyday life. Whether you're training for longevity or looking for a competitive edge, you'll find expert guidance and a welcoming, motivated community at Exsurgo.
