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Franchising offers entry point for Virginia entrepreneurs
Franchising surges in Virginia as entrepreneurs tap proven business models across several industries in 2025.
The elevator pitch
Virginia’s startup scene is bursting with innovation. Here are some standout pitches from new businesses making waves.
Search funds grow in popularity for entrepreneurs
Search funds are gaining traction in Virginia as entrepreneurs seek ownership of established businesses for greater autonomy.
Incubators help entrepreneurs determine viability
Incubators in Virginia help entrepreneurs test ideas, gather customer feedback and build viable businesses before launch.
Virginia incubators and accelerators
Editor’s note: Lighthouse Labs rebranded as Lighthouse Network in mid-May, after this issue’s press deadline.
Commentary: Startups are winning in Virginia
Commentary from Virginia Innovation Partnership Corp. President and CEO Joe Benevento on how startups are succeeding in Virginia
New Arlington hub to boost defense, energy startups
Virtus Innovation Center in Arlington will support 30+ startups in defense and energy, connecting them to talent, capital, and federal customers.
Electra announces new CFO
Electra.aero, a Manassas-based aviation startup, announced Tuesday that Max Ochoa has joined the company as chief financial officer.
Electra raises $115M to build ultra-short aircraft
Manassas-based aviation startup Electra.aero announced Monday it has secured $115 million in Series B funding to enter pre-production and certification phase of its EL9 model, a hybrid ultra-short aircraft that can take off and land in 150 feet. The round was led by Prysm Capital, a New Jersey-headquartered growth equity firm. P[...]
