Economic Development Week

Here’s the week at a glance:

Monday, May 6

7:30 p.m.

Town Council Meeting Presentation and Official Economic Development Week Proclamation

The Economic Development Department will present to the Town Council about the week’s programming and how the community can get involved. Then, Mayor Linda Colbert will sign an official proclamation for May 6–10 to beEconomic Development Week in the Town of Vienna.

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Tuesday, May 7

9 & 10:30 a.m.

Business Visits

The Economic Development team regularly conducts retention meetings with Vienna business owners. The goal of these conversations is to celebrate successes, uncover concerns, understand challenges, and tailor expansion strategies. This week, Vienna Town Council members are attending the meetings to learn more and experience the Town’s business retention strategy in action.

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‍Wednesday, May 8

6 p.m.

Thrive Awards (invitation only)

Honorees and invited guests will join the Town of Vienna’s Economic Development Department and the Town Business Liaison Committee (TBLC) at this celebratory event to honor businesses that boast two decades or more of achievement and excellence in the Town of Vienna.

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Thursday, May 9

8 a.m.

GrowCon 2024 (Free to attend!)

Join the Economic Development Department and partners for a half-day, in-person conference designed to equip small businesses with the tools they need to recognize and capitalize on growth opportunities.

5:30 p.m.

Conversation About the Comp Plan

The Town Business Liaison Committee (TBLC) is hosting a roundtable discussion (with refreshments!) about the Comprehensive Plan, which is the guiding document for Vienna’s development over the next few decades. The plan is currently under review, and we welcome your valuable insights and contributions.

7 p.m.

TBLC Meeting

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Friday, May 10

‍1:30 p.m.

Shopping Center Tour and Property Manager Visit

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All Week Long

Check out our social media platforms to learn about businesses in Vienna.

Our brand-new LinkedIn page will go live this week! Search “Town of Vienna Economic Development” to follow us.
Join the conversation online. We’ll have information, inspiration and features on the Explore Vienna VA Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn pages.
Shop and support local! Business appreciation is a huge part of Economic Development Week. Show your favorites some love this week.

I'm a business owner. How can I get involved?

Unleash your potential. Attend GrowCon, a free, half-day conference designed to equip you with the tools you need to recognize and capitalize on growth opportunities.
Weigh in on Vienna’s future. Join the conversation about Vienna’s Comprehensive Plan. The Town Business Liaison Committee (TBLC) is hosting a roundtable discussion (with refreshments!) about the Comprehensive Plan, which is the guiding document for Vienna’s development over the next few decades. The plan is currently under review, and we welcome your valuable insights and contributions.
Find information, inspiration, and more on our Explore Vienna VA accounts on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Support your fellow business owners! This is a great time to shop local, book a consultation, or connect with someone in the Vienna business community.

I’m a resident. How can I get involved?

Weigh in on Vienna’s future. Join the conversation about Vienna’s Comprehensive Plan. The Town Business Liaison Committee (TBLC) is hosting a roundtable discussion (with refreshments!) about the Comprehensive Plan, which is the guiding document for Vienna’s development over the next few decades. The plan is currently under review, and we welcome your valuable insights and contributions.
Support local business! Which way jumps out to you?
- The savory and sweet way: Go on an appetizer crawl across Town. Map out three to four spots and be sure to try some of Vienna’s international cuisine, including dishes from Nepal, Thailand, Great Britain, and more. Don’t forget to satisfy your sweet tooth at the end!
- The scenic and sweaty way: Hit the W&OD trail for the real tour de Vienna. Gear up at one of our many biking or running stores, and refuel afterwards at Caboose Brewing, a microbrewery and restaurant located a few feet off the trail on Mill Street.
- The sustainable shopping way: Kick off your day with a visit to Trace Zero Waste, Fairfax County's only zero waste and bulk refill store. Stock up on reusable shopping bags before hitting the rest of the Town. Bonus points if you’re shopping on foot or bike!
- The sweetheart way: Plan a proper date night at one of Vienna’s many upscale restaurants followed by sweet treats from a local bakery, ice cream shop, or Cocoa Vienna, the Town’s chocolate shop.