Establishing Greater Washington as the global launchpad for the new space economy by uniting leaders across industry, policy, research, and investment to build the partnerships, talent, and infrastructure for humanity’s next giant leap.

The premier gathering—launching in 2026—shaping the future of commercial space, uniting global space leaders, policymakers, researchers, and investors to drive innovation, accelerate growth, and strengthen the region’s leadership in the space-for-space economy.

NEXTversity is Connected DMV’s employer-integrated workforce development model: a learn-while-you-earn framework designed to move participants from the classroom into career-aligned roles through cohort-based learning, employer co-design, and paid work experience.

A strategic guide developed with regional leaders to embed equity into economic development decisions and ensure that as Greater Washington grows, opportunity is shared by all.

Building the foundation for a regional hydrogen economy by bringing together utilities, policymakers, researchers, and infrastructure providers to advance clean energy innovation and strengthen national energy independence.

Cross-jurisdictional simulations designed to test and strengthen the region’s ability to respond to food system disruptions, protect vulnerable residents, and recover faster in times of crisis.