FREDERICKSBURG, VA – The GO Virginia Region 6 Regional Council invites business leaders, local government partners, educators, workforce stakeholders, and community members to attend the 3rd Annual GO Virginia Region 6 Economic Development Summit on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, hosted at the University of Mary Washington (UMW) Dahlgren Campus in King George, Virginia. The Virginia Initiative for Growth and Opportunity, known as GO Virginia, is a statewide initiative to create more higher-paying jobs in Virginia through business-led regional collaboration.
The Mary Ball Washington Regional Council governs GO Virginia Region 6, which covers the Fredericksburg area, the Northern Neck, and the Middle Peninsula (Planning Districts 16, 17, and 18).
The annual Summit brings together regional and statewide partners to highlight key economic development priorities, strengthen collaboration across the region, and elevate innovative strategies that support long-term growth. This year’s program will feature panelists and speakers from across GO Virginia Region 6 and the Commonwealth of Virginia, with a focus on the industries and workforce needs shaping the region’s future.
The 3rd Annual GO Virginia Region 6 Economic Development Summit agenda includes programming focused on:
- The Future Workforce in Cybersecurity and AI
- The Next Generation of Advanced Manufacturing
- Innovations in Aquaculture
- Mini breakout sessions, networking, and sponsor engagement
Registration is now open. Additional event details, including agenda and logistics, will be shared with registered attendees.
Tickets available for purchase at $25 via EventBright at : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-virginia-region-6-3rd-annual-economic-development-summit-tickets-1980646874118?aff=oddtdtcreator