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The Rise of Coworking in Ballston

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Coworking on the Rise

In a nutshell, coworking is the practice of shared workspaces and amenities where multiple unrelated companies work in the same space using the operator’s administrative and amenity functions. In today’s modern and ever-changing office world, coworking is the fastest growing alternative to the traditional office space.

The coworking industry has become a global phenomenon! Between 2008-2010, more operators joined the market, but in recent years, the industry has veritably exploded. According to Emergent Research, over 1,000 new coworking spaces opened in the second half of 2018 — nearly half of which are located in the U.S.

TechSpace, one of the first operators in the coworking space industry, was established in 1997 and opened in the Ballston area in June 2018.

Who Uses Coworking Spaces? 

People often wonder what kinds of companies are best served by coworking spaces. The answer is many industries are actually well-suited. Since opening in June 2018 at our Ballston location at 4075 Wilson Boulevard, we’ve experienced a rapid influx of businesses that have ties to the federal government, but also see a lot of growing tech companies.

Despite the different sectors in which they operate, all businesses have become reliant on a superior technology infrastructure like the one TechSpace provides.

Why Move into TechSpace?

Flexibility — The terms provided by a flexible workspace provider gives members the ability to scale up (or downsize) quickly, as their needs change. This means a company can grow into a private office, or multiple private offices, as well as scale within the same building, all without having to move or change addresses. Coworking spaces also help with low upfront capital costs and reduced fixed expenditures — giving your company more cash on hand.

Amenities — As the competition for top talent heats up, companies must adapt their workplaces in response to changing demands and expectations of employees. Flexible workspaces offer a wide range of hospitality-focused services and amenities — from a welcoming reception area and dedicated community manager to a variety of networking events — creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere and positive workday experience for all employees.

Community — Coworking spaces also give members access to a supportive community of other like-minded business professionals to work around. This means companies and their employees have endless opportunities to network and socialize with other members — both throughout the workday and during community programs and events.

Move into TechSpace by December 31 and get up to $500

For a limited time, TechSpace is reimbursing new members up to $500 when you sign by December 31. So, how does the one-time incentive work? It’s simple!

  • Earn $500 total (maximum) for 4+ seats
  • $250 total for 1-3 seats (this includes FlexSpace)

Book a tour with our community manager, Jennifer today!

Move-in credit of $250 or $500 will be given to new members closing on their office(s) by December 31. Credit will be applied by ‘one-time promotional discount’ 90 days (3 months) after move-in date.

Master Your Future In Cybersecurity

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The ever-evolving “security threat landscape” and changes in user behavior and IT infrastructure require IT professionals to keep their knowledge up to date and stay on top of the latest trends and developments.

Earning a 100% online Master of Information Technology with a specialization in cybersecurity from Virginia Tech can help individuals meet these heightened demands in a number of ways.

Ranked the #1 online master’s degree for cybersecurity by Cyberdegrees.org, and one of the top 3 online graduate IT programs nationwide by U.S. News and World Report, Virginia Tech’s VT-MIT program takes a unique approach to specialized education.

Core courses in areas such as information systems design, elec­tronic commerce, software engineering and computer programming help students master technical expertise in a business context. After completing these core courses, degree students can choose to specialize in cybersecurity.

Areas of focus range from cybersecurity management — for those interested in running their own in-house cybersecurity practice — to cybersecurity policy, which explores the legal and ethical concerns triggered by data breaches. This breadth of content allows students to tailor their education around their career ambitions.

Part of Virginia Tech’s core strength is its world-class cyber­security research, supported by $15 million in research grants and contracts. Students can access six cybersecurity research centers, including the Ballston-based Hume Center for National Security and Technology.

The VT-MIT program’s 100% online format allows students to pursue higher education at their own pace — a flexibility that allows for a longer timeline. Further enriching the student environment is the program’s openness to students with diverse backgrounds and interests, including business line leaders looking to improve their technology capabilities while leveraging their domain expertise.

Combating today’s cyber threats has never been more difficult, nor more critical to business continuity. A Master of Information Technology degree with a specialization in cybersecurity from Virginia Tech can help leaders better understand the systemic nature of these threats, and teach them strategies for dealing with an increasingly complex security landscape.

Learn more about Virginia Tech’s 100% online Master of Information Technology with cybersecurity specializations here.

Virginia Tech Offers Dual Degree MBA and IT Master in DC Area

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In today’s digital age, as technology drives innovation throughout the enterprise, business acumen and technology expertise are emerging as essential skills.

At the same time, traditional functional roles are blurring, creating a blended business environment where IT leaders must embrace more business-oriented responsibilities and line of business leaders must find their way around sophisticated and complex technology systems. Only through education can these professionals gain the necessary skills and expertise to keep pace with this evolving business landscape. But it shouldn’t have to come at the cost of a full-time position.

Virginia Tech’s dual Master’s degree in business administration and information technology (MBA + MIT) is based in the D.C. area and can help professionals gain the experience, expertise and advantages they need to succeed in a blended business environment. Here’s how:

  • Career boost: Students receive an MBA while keeping up with changes in the technology industry by adding on a Master of IT. The result: greater marketability in a competitive labor market.
  • Economize time and money: The dual-degree program double-counts up to five courses earned in the MBA program toward those also offered in the MIT program or vice versa.
  • Work-life balance: Both the MBA and MIT degrees are built for full-time working professionals. Students have the flexibility to set their own pace by choosing the number of courses they will take each semester.
  • Variety: Students can select from a wide range of specialization areas including business intelligence, big data, cybersecurity, networking and software engineering.
  • Network: An in-person class format for the MBA program encourages students to establish valuable working relationships with classmates, and engage with top-notch faculty. A 100% online format for the MIT degree provides additional flexibility for working professionals and opportunity to work with students from across the country.

The Virginia Tech MBA + MIT dual-degree program offers the flexibility to contribute to business growth, revenue and innovation as a working professional today — and as a substantially more marketable leader tomorrow.

Learn more the dual degree program here or explore Virginia Tech’s other local MBA options here.

Score a Free 2-Week Trial to SweatBox When You Join VIDA Ballston in November

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VIDA Fitness is opening it’s first Virginia location in early 2020, and to celebrate, we want to give your body the full makeover it deserves.

When you join VIDA Ballston during November, you’ll also receive a complementary 2-week trial to SweatBox, D.C.’s premiere strength & cardio-based workout.

This is the perfect opportunity to see why VIDA is already D.C.’s favorite gym — voted by Washingtonian, D.C. City Paper, and the Blade. VIDA Ballston will conveniently be located next to Ballston Quarter and Ballston Metro stop, and will have everything you need to maintain a healthy & balanced lifestyle. Members have already fallen in love with our incredible group fitness offerings, beautiful Pilates studios and expansive Fuel Bar — featuring delicious smoothies and snacks for your workout recovery.

VIDA Ballston will also offer:

  • Individual programming to fit your goals, and hundreds of group fitness classes
  • State-of-the-art fitness equipment and expansive weight room floors
  • Brand new cardio equipment with the latest entertainment and technology
  • Qualified Personal Trainers to work with you on achieving your goals
  • Registered Dietitians to assist with keeping your diet on track
  • Amazing, spacious locker rooms with a sauna and steam room
  • Discounts on Bang Salon, Aura spa and hundreds of preferred partners

VIDA will also be opening up alongside SweatBox, a 55-minute class that will change the way you see fitness. Your 2-week trial will allow you to experience firsthand the benefits of the program, and burn up to 1,000 calories per class. This unique group fitness offering uses Coach-by-Color Bikes, free weights and XT Trainers to guide you through an unparalleled studio experience with flashing colorful lights, and energizing music.

All of these incredible benefits are at your fingertips, including the exclusive opportunity of a free 2-week SweatBox trial when joining VIDA in November.

Get ready to see some serious results, and crush your goals in new & innovative ways!

Learn About Crystal City BID’s Expansion & Collective Vision for the Area at Open Houses and Office Hours

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The Crystal City Business Improvement District (BID) is in the midst of a robust community engagement process, which includes a slate of events and opportunities where the public will have the opportunity to meet the BID staff, learn how its recently-approved expansion to include Pentagon City and the Arlington portion of Potomac Yard better positions the organization to support the district’s transformation, weigh in on the future of the area, and learn about the approach to and need for a new name for the BID.

Just weeks ago, the BID held two Open House events in Crystal City where more than 130 local residents gathered to celebrate the organization’s expansion and hear more about its ongoing place branding effort.

To continue the community dialogue, the BID will be holding two additional Open Houses, which will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6 at the Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium at Central Library and Thursday, November 7 at the Arlington Mill Community Center Room 421.

“Expanding the BID’s boundaries is a longstanding goal and we are excited to commemorate this accomplishment with the community,” said Tracy Sayegh Gabriel, President and Executive Director of the Crystal City BID. “Through our strategic approach and place branding effort, we hope to elevate the area so it is regarded as one of the region’s most convenient, inviting and evolving urban centers, and we look forward to discussing these initiatives with the community at our upcoming events.”

In addition to the Open Houses, the BID will be holding office hours at various locations throughout its expanded boundaries, in which residents can stop by and meet members of the organization, learn about the BID’s naming and branding approach, and give feedback.

Office Hours and Locations:

Origin: The New Rental Community Built for The True Originals

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Located in the midst of Ballston, Origin is among Arlington’s newest residential developments, rising 22-stories with 406-units ranging from studios to two-bedroom residences and a wealth of indoor and outdoor amenity space.

At Origin, residences feel inspired with an elevated level of finish that can be observed in every room. Residences feature stunning interiors with fully equipped chef-inspired kitchens and relaxing bathrooms. Homes are adaptable to every lifestyle with the available upgrade packages that include ample walk-in closets, in-unit washer and dryer, patios and terraces, kitchen islands and more.

Spread throughout three floors, amenities and services were thoughtfully curated so residents could live their life with purpose.

On the ground floor, residents will encounter the 24/7 concierge, bike storage and repair center, onsite management and maintenance team, and onsite access-controlled garage parking.

The third floor has everything you need, want, or wish you ever had, with extensive fitness, work and entertainment options. The cutting-edge fitness center with multiple studios that feature Technogym equipment, Nexersys boxing, Peloton bikes and Fitness on Demand programs. The work lounge features open study nooks and enclosed work pods. For entertainment, residents have a rentable lounge and dining lounge connected with a fireplace, a spacious programmed outdoor terrace and additional lounges facing the south end of the building.

The rooftop boasts an expansive deck with 360 views that can be enjoyed from the pool or from the clubroom lounge with alcove seating.

Not enough? Just outside the front door, you will find Ballston Quarter, Compass Coffee, Union Kitchen Grocery, South Block Juice and convenient access to Ballston Metro station that houses the orange and silver lines.

For a limited time, Origin is offering 1 month free when you lease. Schedule a tour on originballston.com to make Origin your home.

Million Dollar Listing NY Star Ryan Serhant to Host Live Event in Arlington

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Ryan Serhant, star of Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing: New York, will be coming to Arlington to host an event on November 11 and 12.

Serhant, who heads the top-ranked real estate team in New York City, is the featured speaker of the HyperFast Agent Sales Summit, an annual convention aimed towards real estate professionals, marketers and entrepreneurs. Serhant’s real estate sales total over one billion dollars each year and at this event he will be opening his playbook to how he has been able to achieve these staggering numbers.

The event is hosted by HyperFast Agent, a coaching service founded by Dan Lesniak and Keri Shull. Lesniak and Shull are also the founders of The Keri Shull Team and Orange Line Living, two real estate agencies based in Arlington. Shull and Lesniak are two of the most successful real estate agents in the country — together, they created the top-selling real estate team in the DMV area. They founded HyperFast Agent to help other realtors and entrepreneurs achieve success in business.

As part of their efforts, Shull and Lesniak have organized many live events, bringing in top speakers from around the country to talk to attendees about the most cutting-edge strategies for quickly growing their business.

The event is particularly tailored for real estate agents and entrepreneurs, but anyone who is interested in improving their business or sales skills is encouraged to attend the Summit. Certain ticket levels even give you the chance to have a private lunch with Serhant who will answer any questions you have about real estate, sales, or business.

Due to high demand, there are a limited number of tickets available — so make sure to secure your spot and register today. Ticket prices increase as supply diminishes.

For more information and to register for a seat, please click here.

Get Three Months Free Internet From Starry in October!

By ARLnow.com Sponsor

Starry, the Boston-based internet provider that launched in D.C. about a year ago, is quickly expanding its network coverage throughout D.C. and Arlington.

As a Halloween treat, the company is offering new subscribers 90 days of free service with promo code SCARYFAST90 from now through October 31.

If you’re tired of your internet provider, Starry Internet will be a refreshing change. The company offers a very straightforward deal of $50/month all-in (taxes and router included, no additional fees) for 200 mbps plan speeds. No data caps, no long-term contracts, or bundles. You can also choose your own 30 minute installation window around your schedule and Starry provides 24/7 customer support from a locally based team of experts.

Check if Starry is available at your address.

If Starry is not available in your building yet, you can contact your Property Manager to let them know that you’re interested in this new internet provider. You can also join their interest list and Starry will email you as soon as the service is available at your address.

Condo Board Members, Building Property Managers and Owners who want to bring Starry to their residents can reach out directly to have Starry installed in their building.

GMU Juris Master’s Program Helps Students Excel in Diverse Careers

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When juggling a full-time job and evening classes four to five nights a week in George Mason University’s juris doctor (JD) program became difficult, graduate student Alicia Meads withdrew from the program. When she heard last year that the Antonin Scalia Law School was offering a new part-time juris master’s (JM) program, designed for working professionals, she re-enrolled.

“I wanted to understand the nuances of the law so that I could be a better lobbyist and policy professional,” said Meads, who works as a legislative affairs manager for one the nation’s largest fertilizer companies and regularly meets with members of Congress on Capitol Hill to represent her company.

Meads was able to transfer some of the credits from her JD program, and will be the first graduate from the JM program this fall. What she’s learning has been immediately applicable to her career, she said.

“I’ve been able to develop an expertise in environmental, social and governance — or ESG — reporting,” said Meads, who also helps the company coordinate its sustainability reporting and disclosure. “[The JM program] is perfect for anyone who’s working in public affairs, politics or policy and still wants a law school experience.”

Other JM students agree.

Ginger Burk, who’s been a journalist for more than a decade, said she joined the program to expand her understanding of the law and become an even stronger political correspondent.

“[Understanding the law] is inherent to all political and government reporting,” Burk said.

As a result of her studies, Burk is better able to understand court documents she reads for her job and how the lawyers she interacts with everyday have been taught to think, she said.

“A juris master’s degree will bring increased credibility to one’s skillset,” said Adriane McCray Webb, a mindfulness practitioner who said she facilitates workshops to guide clients to personal transformation, creative innovation and self-actualization. The Florida native believes the program will help her better understand intellectual property laws to help her clients copyright and protect their creative works.

Jessica Sartorius, director of the JM program, said the JM degree is in high demand and offered by almost half of all tier-one law schools. With Mason being close to Washington, D.C., the program could help many more professionals in the future, she said.

In addition to professors who keep class intellectually stimulating, there are other benefits to being part of a law school, the students said.

“You’re building professional and social connections with the people that you’re in class with and that you’re learning from,” Burk said. “It is truly a well-designed program.”

For more information about the JM degree program, please visit our website or contact Jessica L. Sartorius, Director of Juris Master (JM) Degree Program, at [email protected] or 703-993-8418.

Celebrate Harvest Season at Loudoun Farms

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It’s harvest season in Loudoun, and there’s no better reason to enjoy the season than by visiting Loudoun’s Fall Farm Tour, October 19-20.

This totally FREE, self-guided tour through western Loudoun County, Virginia is full of flavorful goodness from our Loudoun Made, Loudoun Grown products.

Here’s what to look for at your favorite Loudoun farmers market or farm tour stops as you prepare for Saturday evening’s meal:

Charcuterie Spreads: meals of high-quality meat and cheese date back to ancient times.

Produce Medleys: cucumbers, green beans, squash, sweet corn, apples and grapes are all ripening in Loudoun.

Straight off the Grill: pick up responsibly raised meat and hit the grill.

Adult Beverages: Loudoun is home to dozens of craft beverage makers, but these can be found at the local farmers markets. All will be open during Fall Farm Tour weekend.

Delectable Desserts: Loudoun’s close proximity to fruit farms and consumers makes it the perfect place to find top-notch desserts from local artisan bakers.

  • The Baekehaus, found at the Leesburg Farmers Market on Saturdays
  • Little Austria, found at the One Loudoun Farmers Market on Saturdays

For event details, itineraries, directions and more, visit loudounfarms.org/farmtour.

It’s harvest season in Loudoun, and there’s no better reason to enjoy the season than by visiting Loudoun’s Fall Farm Tour, October 19-20. #TakeLoudounHome #LoudounPossible

After Hours at the Library: Women’s History Trivia Night on October 18

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Join the Friends of the Arlington Public Library on Friday, October 18 at 7 p.m. at Central Library for a special after-hours trivia experience.

Match wits against your friends and neighbors in this celebration of women’s achievements — in sports, entertainment, politics and government — as we celebrate 100 years since the passage of the 19th Amendment!

All proceeds from this event benefit the Friends of the Arlington Public Library in their mission to support Arlington Public Library and strengthen literacy in the community.

Friday, October 18, 7-10 p.m.
Central Library, 2nd floor
1015 N. Quincy St. Arlington

Buy tickets here.

Tickets are $30 for an individual, $160 for a table of six and sponsored tables are available for $350.

Sponsors will receive premium seating, recognition during the event and one free drink per person. Hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Guests must be 21 or older. Doors will open at 6 p.m.

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