Fairfax County EDA Receives Impact Award From Greater McLean Chamber

From Fairfax County Economic Development Authority:

The award-winning Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) is about to pick up another accolade.

The Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce will present the FCEDA with its Collaborative Impact Award during its Suits & Sneakers with Business and Community Awards program on October 4.

The Suits & Sneakers event, being held at The Pavilions at Turkey Run at the Claude Moore Colonial Farm in McLean, recognizes local restaurants and businesses as well as the work of community organizations.

Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D., president and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, plans to accept the award.

“Much of the growth in the Fairfax County economy comes from the existing small and medium-sized businesses throughout the county,” Gordon said. “McLean is home to many of those businesses and they are exceptionally well-served by the Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce. Local chambers like this are integral components of the communities they serve. We are honored to be so recognized.”

For more information about the Suits and Sneakers event, which includes a silent auction and beer and wine tasting, contact the McLean Chamber of Commerce at 703-356-5424.

Time magazine called Fairfax County “one of the great economic success stories of our time.” Business growth and innovation helps Fairfax County fund the nation’s top-rated school system and other public services that contribute to the quality of life of residents. Fairfax County offers businesses a state-of-the-art telecommunications infrastructure, access to global markets through Washington Dulles International Airport, a vibrant investment capital community and a highly skilled, well-educated workforce.

The award-winning Fairfax County Economic Development Authority promotes Fairfax County as a business and technology center. The FCEDA offers site location and business development assistance, and connections with county and state government agencies, to help companies locate and expand in Fairfax County. In addition to its headquarters in Tysons Corner, Fairfax County’s largest business district, the FCEDA maintains marketing offices in six important global business centers: Bangalore, London, Los Angeles, Munich, Seoul and Tel Aviv. Follow the FCEDA on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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