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Washington, DC is the heart of a booming regional tech hub, home to leading companies, growing brands, and innovative startups. The metro area’s robust talent pool, funding environment, and public support of the industry continue to demonstrate the District’s unique competitive advantage for tech companies. A hub for tech talent, VC funding, and policymaking The …

The DC metro area is a national force in the health & life sciences sector, supported by its unmatched access to federal institutions, a network of leading research universities, and a robust talent pipeline that will strengthen the sector for years to come. Located at the center of the region, the District provides convenient access …

2022 Neighborhood Profiles Now Available! WDCEP Releases 21st Annual Update on Neighborhoods in the Nation’s Capital September 19, 2022 (Washington, DC) – The Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) has released the latest edition of their signature publication, 2022 Neighborhood Profiles.  The Neighborhood Profiles offers a concise overview, detailed demographic information, resources, maps, and latest updates for …

As DC begins to welcome back both office workers and visitors, the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) has expanded the eligibility criteria for the Vitality Fund, an incentive that assists businesses within targeted sectors to relocate, expand, or remain in the District. Beginning October 1, 2022, new eligibility criteria …

Washington DC Economic Partnership Releases DC Development Report DC’s Recovery Continues w $35.7B of Development in the Pipeline April 28, 2022 (Washington, DC) – The Washington DC Economic Partnership, (WDCEP) is pleased to announce that the 2021/22 Edition of the Washington DC Development Report is now available.   The Washington DC Development Report is a summary …

April 28, 2022 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Walter E. Washington Convention Center 801 Mount Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC 20001 The Washington DC Economic Partnership’s Annual Meeting attracts over 700 attendees each year, bringing together a variety of leaders, visionaries, and stakeholders, to celebrate economic development achievements, recognize successes and highlight the impacts and accomplishments of …

WDCEP Wins Two International Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council October 5, 2021 (Washington, DC) — The Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) is pleased to announce it has won two awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) as part of their Excellence in Economic Development Awards Program. The honor was presented …

Missed the 2021 D.C. Retail Summit half-day virtual session? No problem! Access the free half-day virtual session featuring one-on-one conversations and panels that explore our business community’s pivot over the last year and what’s next for D.C. retail and restaurants. To view the full recording of this session click here DC Retail NOW + Tomorrow …

Nate Edwards, Senior Director of Research at Cushman and Wakefield, presented a study on the DC Office Market at our September 14th, 2021 Board of Directors Meeting. This in-depth market analysis looks both at historic trends and predicts the future evolution of DC office space. The full presentation is below. Cushman and Wakefield: The State …

An analysis of past, current, and future real estate development in our nation’s capital. Over the past 20 years, the District has experienced 216.5 million SF of new development, resulting in 65.5 million SF of new and modernized office buildings, 91,500 housing units, 21,200 hotel rooms, and nearly 10 million SF of retail space. To …

The latest real estate frontier is Buzzard Point, the 325-acre southern tip and home to the D.C. United Major League Soccer team at Audi Field. To learn more please visit our interactive map. This map was published in March 2021. View the Map

Washington DC Economic Partnership Releases DC Development Report Proving the Latest Trends & Analysis from 20 Years of Growth in the District March 11, 2021 (Washington, DC) – The Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) has released the latest edition of their signature publication, DC Development Report: 2020/2021 Edition, providing the latest trends and analysis of more than …

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