April 6, 2026 (Washington, DC) – The Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) has published the 2025/2026 DC Development Report, its annual analysis of real estate development and economic trends across the District. This year’s edition charts how DC’s built environment continues to evolve—driven by a growing wave of residential conversions and steady investment in living …
In this installment of Executive Insights, we speak with Charles Camp, Global CFO and Managing Director for UK and Europe, and Diana Noah, Head of Program Management at Scendea, a product and regulatory consulting group with offices in Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. After more than 400 days of planning and partnership with WDCEP, Scendea selected …
In this month’s Board Spotlight, we’re proud to share words of wisdom from Andrew Son, CEO of District Wharf Properties, a member of WDCEP’s Board of Directors. The Wharf has become one of DC’s most-visited destinations. What do you think makes a truly great urban place, and how does that philosophy shape your work at District Wharf …
Our 2025 Annual Report captures a year of momentum for the Washington DC Economic Partnership and the District’s economy. Through data, stories, and outcomes, it highlights how we advanced business attraction, supported high-growth sectors, and strengthened Washington, DC’s position as a global hub for talent and investment. From new company wins to deeper partnerships across …
In this installment of Executive Insights, we speak with Jote Wakjira, co-founder and CEO of Equinox Outsourced Services, a multinational management services firm founded across Nairobi, Kenya, Cape Town, South Africa and Abuja, Nigeria. Seven years after launching, the company now operates in ten global cities—and selected Washington, DC as the home of its U.S. …
Washington, DC continues to cement its place as the nation’s hub for financial innovation. On October 14, leaders from across the fintech ecosystem convened at International Square for the DC Fintech Summit 2025, co-hosted by the DC Tech and Venture Coalition (DCTAV) and powered by a coalition of partners advancing the District’s innovation economy. The …
In this episode of Executive Insights, Zach Leonsis, President of Media & New Enterprises at Monumental Sports & Entertainment, shares how one of the country’s largest sports and media organizations continues to grow by investing in Washington, DC. From its expanded presence at Capital One Arena to new ventures in broadcast and original content, Monumental’s footprint …
With final approval of the $3.8 billion RFK Stadium redevelopment, the Washington Commanders are officially coming home and The District is entering a new chapter of growth, pride, and opportunity. As Mayor Bowser noted in her statement, this project is more than a stadium. It’s a citywide investment in our businesses, our people, and our …
WDCEP is excited to join our regional partners in Greater Washington at Quantum World Congress 2025 As quantum technologies move from the lab to the marketplace, Washington, DC’s unique strengths—proximity to federal agencies, world-class universities, and a thriving technology ecosystem—position the District as a key player in shaping the future of this transformative field. Quantum …
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