National Innovation Quarter (National IQ) Launches in Northern Virginia to Accelerate Breakthroughs at the Intersection of National Competitiveness and Technology
Strategically based in National Landing, the innovation district will serve as a vital catalyst for U.S. competitiveness, dual-use innovation, and regional economic growth.
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today marks the launch of National Innovation Quarter (National IQ), a landmark innovation district that stretches across Arlington and Alexandria, Va., designed to bring together leaders from academia, entrepreneurship, government, and private industry to solve the most pressing challenges at the intersection of national competitiveness and next-gen technology. Located in National Landing — a highly connected mixed-use community encompassing Crystal City, Pentagon City and Potomac Yard, adjacent to the Pentagon and the nation’s capital — National IQ serves as a catalyst for U.S. competitiveness, cementing National Landing as a global hub for dual-use innovation and economic growth.
The newly established 501(c)(6) organization will launch a national search for its executive director this month, alongside the rollout of its initial programming and year-one initiatives across locations in Arlington and Alexandria. National IQ will deliver year-round programming and notable initiatives, including innovation challenges, investor summits, product showcases, an international soft-landing program, and startup accelerators, all designed to drive economic and innovation outcomes.
National IQ is spearheaded by its Founding Partners Amazon, Northrop Grumman, SAIC, Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC), Virginia Tech, Arlington Economic Development (AED), Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP), JBG SMITH, and the National Landing Business Improvement District, providing a neutral platform that accelerates public-private collaboration and the delivery of cutting-edge technology solutions.