Fredericksburg Business News

The latest recipient of an InvestFXBG loan from the Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority (EDA) is DuoGlo Esthetics, a small woman-owned business in Westwood Village shopping center.

Leader and mentor Michelle Caldwell Thompson received the 2024 Patricia Lacey Metzger Award for distinguished achievement from the Women’s Leadership Colloquium at the University of Mary Washington.

Are you looking for somewhere different to host your next meeting or gathering? Fredericksburg, Virginia, located 50 miles south of Washington, D.C. on Interstate 95, offers a rich variety of venues perfect for hosting memorable events. From historic museums and artistic spaces to charming outdoor venues, you’ll find the perfect setting to impress and delight your attendees. Check out these 10 unique meeting locations located in the City of Fredericksburg.

Last week, Luigi Castiglia purchased Fredericksburg Square located at 525 Caroline Street.  The 19,000 s.f. building sitting on .45-acres in Historic Downtown sold for $1.9 million.

Over the last two weeks, Caroline street has been filled with the excitement of a new season – and it is not just autumn! A season of new opportunities has begun as two brand new businesses, owned and operated by UMW alumni, have opened their doors downtown.

UMW hosts a Small Business Development Center – the SBDC.  The UMW SBDC provides abundant services to a LARGE region including the Greater Fredericksburg Area, Northern Neck and the Middle Peninsula.

Celebrating a business anniversary is more than just a marker of significant milestones; it’s an opportunity for reflection, appreciation of an tremendous achievement, and for renewed commitment.

By prioritizing business outreach, the Economic Development office can help create and foster an inclusive and supportive business environment where local businesses can flourish.

Fredericksburg-based Obsidian Solutions Group a national leading provider of mission-focused Defense and national security solutions, as reported on September 24, 2024 by Business Wire, will showcase their next-generation technologies while participating at the 2024 AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific Conference, taking place in Honolulu, Hawaii, from October 22-24.

Virginia Tourism Corporation released the direct visitor spending in 2023 for each locality in the state.

Downtown Fredericksburg comes alive every second Saturday of the month with the lively and unique energy of Second Saturdays! This is your perfect opportunity to explore our charming historic streets, shop at local businesses, savor delightful food, and enjoy the vibrant local culture.

Mary Wash Alumni that continue to make a major impact on the business landscape in Fredericksburg.