FOUNDERS
LEADING THE DISTRICT
Nexus234 is led by three core partners working together to shape the district’s vision, growth, and long-term success.

GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY
40,000+ STUDENTS
From all 50 states and over 130 countries
#1 IN VIRGINIA
Virginia’s largest public university
LOCAL TALENT
Graduates building careers in Northern Virginia
George Mason University is Virginia’s largest public research university, with more than 40,000 students from all 50 states and over 130 countries. In just over 50 years, it has grown into a university known for innovation, entrepreneurship, and expanding access to higher education. Based in Northern Virginia, George Mason partners with industry and government to advance research and prepare the region’s future workforce.


PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY
508,000+ RESIDENTS
A large population with strong momentum
167,000+ JOBS
A robust and dynamic employment base
$23.9B REGIONAL ECONOMY
Supporting significant regional economic output
Prince William County is the second-largest county in Virginia and the most diverse in the state, offering a rare mix of rural landscapes, suburban communities, and a dynamic business environment, all within the Washington, D.C. region. With more than 30 miles of waterfront, the county combines natural assets, strategic location, and economic opportunity into a place built for both growth and quality of life.


CITY OF MANASSAS
43,500+ RESIDENTS
A community on the rise
27,000+ JOBS
A steadily expanding local workforce
$4.7B REGIONAL ECONOMY
Driving economic impact across the region
The City of Manassas combines its historic charm with modern conveniences and ample opportunities. The downtown area is easy to walk around, with plenty of cultural attractions and a close-knit community. Manassas also hosts Fortune 500 companies, a talented workforce, and the Manassas Regional Airport, all of which help local businesses expand and stay connected.

FOUNDING PARTNERS
The original founders are proud to work alongside these organizations that have embraced Nexus234’s vision and its impact on the region’s future.
















