InnovateDMV

In 2022, the Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded US Ignite a grant to help emerging small businesses and startups in Washington, DC, and Arlington, Virginia. This two-year project served to benefit regional small business and startup and aid in the advancement of a technology-focused workforce.

As a hub for digital community transformation, this project, known as InnovateDMV, allowed for more residents within the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region to engage in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, access resources, and tap into new opportunities so they can continue to impact their communities positively.

127 startups

supported

263 small businesses

assisted

40+ partners

engaged

3 regions

covered - DC, MD, VA

25 workshops and events

hosted

Entrepreneurs secured over $40M

before/after the program

Featured InnovateDMV Activities

Empowering Entrepreneurship Video Series

InnovateDMV engaged the local entrepreneur community to examine how business founders brought their ideas to life. To hear their stories and learn how InnovateDMV helped take startups to the next level, check out our video series playlist here. Below is a teaser!

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Past Events Highlights

Get Involved!

InnovateDMV recognizes the value of various perspectives in driving transformative solutions. By building a program that emphasizes opportunities, we strive to cater to the needs of local residents.

All local founders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and small business owners are invited to connect with us to learn about resources, events, and opportunities happening in the DMV region. Likewise, we welcome any organization, academic institution, or VC interested in exploring a partnership with US Ignite on this work to contact us.

Head over to the InnovateDMV site to explore more resources – including recorded workshops and training videos – and see a list of our partners!

Go to InnovateDMV.com