WHERE NATIONAL
COMPETITIVENESS
& TECHNOLOGY
CONVERGE
Founding Partners
ABOUT
An innovation district in National Landing — a neighborhood spanning Arlington and Alexandria, Virginia — that brings together leaders in academia, entrepreneurship, government, and industry to solve the most pressing challenges at the intersection of national competitiveness and technology.
Developing the talent and breakthroughs of tomorrow
Scaling disruptive ventures and rapid-response solutions
Enabling policy, infrastructure, and regional strategy
Transforming advanced technology into scalable impact
LOCATION
National Landing is the premier destination for companies at the convergence of technology and national interest. Anchored by the Pentagon and Amazon HQ2 to the north, and Virginia Tech's new location in Alexandria to the south, National Landing attracts visionary talent and mission-critical capital that drives impact on a global scale.
Strategic Federal Access – Creating a direct connection between breakthrough ideas and mission-critical decision-makers.
The Tech-Security Corridor – Located within the nation’s highest concentration of specialized talent, attracting the workforce and capital shaping the future.
A Neutral Collaborative Hub – A dedicated “third space” outside government walls designed to foster authentic problem-solving between public and private sectors.
Purpose-Built Venues – From secure briefings to client dinners, flexible spaces designed to support every type of engagement.
OUR ROLE
Strategic Programming — The curator of year-round events and initiatives hosted across National Landing that align startup agility with customer demand signals.
Intentional Connections — The convener of experts across the innovation ecosystem to spark partnerships that tackle complex challenges.
Elevated Storytelling — The voice that amplifies the profile of the innovation district, highlighting partner successes to attract global investment and top-tier talent.
Market Acceleration — The architect of clear pathways to capital and early adopters, allowing breakthrough ideas to move rapidly from the lab to the global stage.
National IQ is made possible through the backing of our partners, sponsors, and supporters:
Founding Partners
Founding Sponsors
Supporter Circle
Have a mission-aligned event to submit? Send the details to info@national-iq.com for consideration.
July 16, 2026
This curated, small-group conversation brings together 2-3 experts and a room of 15 startups for an interactive, off-the-record discussion.
The second session provides a direct dialogue with two leading legal firms, Knobbe Martens and Pillsbury, who will share their expertise on corporate governance, financing, formation, intellectual property, and much more.
July 23, 2026
vcIQ Founder Sessions is a series of curated, small-group conversations designed to give founders direct access to leading venture investors in specific sectors. Each session brings together 2–3 active investors and a room of 15–20 founders.
This session will focus on perspectives from the front lines of hardware investing.
July 28, 2026
Event details soon to be finalized, request to join to receive updates.
July 29, 2026
As global supply chains become increasingly contested, resilient domestic manufacturing, logistics, critical minerals, energy storage, and trusted hardware have become matters of both economic competitiveness and national security.
Join us for an evening of networking, startup pitches, and discussion with founders developing technologies that strengthen America’s industrial base and supply chain resilience.
July 30, 2026
See the AI startups solving war and peace – live, in one room.
First, a panel will feature Fiona E. Murray, NATO Innovation Fund chair and Brian Abrams, B Ventures managing partner. Then, meet VCs, family offices, and founders ready to invest, support, and collaborate in the Arlington, VA region.
For media inquiries, please contact Sofia Royce at sofia@thebrandguild.com
Press Release: National IQ Debuts in National Landing
National IQ’s inaugural press release announces the launch of the region’s newest innovation district, outlining its mission, strategic location, and role in accelerating breakthroughs at the intersection of national competitiveness and emerging technology. (Download)
Press Release: National IQ Secures $4 Million to Grow Northern Virginia’s Innovation Economy
Arlington County announced has been awarded nearly $4 million to support programming to launch National Innovation Quarter (National IQ). The funds come from GO Virginia, a state-funded initiative administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development that strengthens and diversifies Virginia’s economy and fosters the creation of higher wage jobs in strategic industries. (Download)
Ready to shape the future of National IQ? Connect with our team to explore membership and sponsorship opportunities, collaborate on events and programs, and more.
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