FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: May 7, 2025
City of Manassas Department of Economic Development
Contact: Patrick J. Small Email: psmall@manassasva.gov
Manassas, VA—May 7, 2025— The City of Manassas is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned economic development website, ChooseManassas.org. The platform better serves the business community by connecting users to resources, partnerships, and opportunities that strengthen local success.
Manassas has a proven track record of supporting businesses of all sizes—from startups and entrepreneurs to global industry leaders. Through partnerships and organizations like the Mason Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and CenterFuse, the City provides hands-on support for new ventures. Manassas also works closely with major employers like Micron Technology, assisting in Virginia’s largest expansion project in 2018 ($3 billion) and again in 2024 ($2.14 billion).
The new Choose Manassas website serves as a centralized hub, connecting businesses with a wide array of resources and partnerships. Key features include:
· Talent and Workforce Development: Access to programs that connect businesses with skilled talent and provide workforce training opportunities.
· Livability Resources: Assistance for businesses in integrating their workforce into the community, emphasizing the City’s quality of life and amenities.
· Downtown Revitalization: Information on initiatives, events, and business support enhancing the vibrancy of Historic Downtown.
· Real Estate Support: Listings and guidance for businesses seeking to locate or expand within the City.
· Grants and Incentives: Details on local and state-level financial programs designed to support business growth.
· Growth Guides: Step-by-step resources tailored to assist businesses through various stages of development.
A cornerstone of the City’s economic development strategy is storytelling—highlighting the dynamic business ecosystem that embraces new ventures and facilitates access to crucial resources and peer support. The website features connections to Historic Manassas Inc., One Million Cups, the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, and many others, showcasing the collaborative spirit that defines Manassas.
“The launch of the new Choose Manassas website marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to support and attract businesses,” said Patrick Small, Director of Economic Development for the City of Manassas. “By providing a comprehensive and user-friendly platform, we are reinforcing our commitment to fostering a thriving business community and showcasing the myriad opportunities available in Manassas.”
Businesses and entrepreneurs are invited to explore the new website and discover the resources and opportunities that make Manassas an ideal place to start, grow, and succeed.
About the City of Manassas Department of Economic Development
The City of Manassas fosters economic development through collaborative partnerships, sustainable fiscal management and supportive City services. The Department of Economic Development (DED) is directly responsible for business attraction, retention, expansion, and tourism initiatives in the City. As a resourceful and collaborative organization, we work in partnership with our key stakeholders to ensure that we have what businesses need, including a highly educated and technical workforce with access to major universities and first-class training providers. We take an active leadership role in all that we do, serving as a community builder, collaborator and agent of economic growth. For help with your business needs please visit: https://choosemanassas.org/ or call 703.257.8882.
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