The new landscape of lobbying
(Evy Mages / FOR THE WASHINGTON POST)
K Street firms embrace new ways of running their businesses and influencing policymakers.
On the rise: Meet 20 of the region’s promising start-ups
An eclectic mix of local upstarts will share the stage at the next TechBuzz showcase later this month.
N.Va. tech firms offer to solve problems at VA hospitals
A trade group is willing to help fix for free widespread scheduling problems facing patients at veterans hospitals.
Georgetown plots big Tenleytown expansion
Private school to buy Tenleytown Safeway, Martens auto dealership to expand campus.
Leidos’s profits, revenue fall again
But the Reston-based contractor’s earnings drop by a smaller amount than the previous quarter.
Coming: Union Market apartments, condos at the Yards
LCOR will develop in Northeast D.C., while PN Hoffman and Forest City are teaming up in Southeast.
Montgomery Village Golf Club to close for good in fall
Delays to development prompts developer Monument Realty to pull plug on 147-acre course.
Fixmo U.S. business to be acquired by Calif. tech company
The announcement comes about a year after Good Technology filed and won a lawsuit against Fixmo in April.
At least 22 attorneys, policy specialists depart Patton Boggs
A day after Squire Patton Boggs completes merger, 12 more announce moves to rival law firms.
Editor’s note: A new chair, a new perspective
It’s funny how a comfy seat can change your attitude, to say nothing about bringing relief to the spine.
Pillsbury to send legal work to Nashville operations center
The law firm will hire six attorneys to support the firm’s litigation matters.
How a Navy contractor navigated D.C.’s choppy waters
Once solely focused on Navy work, this defense services contractor diversified into information technology.
From our partners
CEB: Employers looking for ‘network fit’ when hiring
Conventional recruiting wisdom emphasizes “culture fit.” But now more than ever, hiring managers want “network fit,” or how well a candidate fits with the way future colleagues at the organization work.
Deltek: Women-owned businesses keep their hold in federal contracting
These businesses have maintained around 4 percent of the federal contracting market share, based on reported spending since fiscal 2010.
CoStar: D.C. area still attractive when it comes to retailers wanting space
From big box to boutique, and from national retailer to local, shopkeepers have been filling up space in greater Washington.
On Leadership
Anne-Marie Slaughter on forging confidence and a career
If your leadership style doesn’t reflect your personality, it’s not going to work.
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Business Rx: How to expand fresh produce business but keep local flavor
From the Farmer thinks of itself as a “CSA 2.0.” Now it’s looking to expand to new markets without losing its vibe.
Career Coach: What’s the real message of a graduation speech?
This is what many commencement speakers hope graduates remember from their speeches: To make each day count and to make a positive difference no matter what you end up doing.
Job of the Week: CustomInk seeks a ‘rainmaker’ to work on new deals
The online apparel company is looking for someone to explore mergers, partnerships and new ventures.
@Work Advice: The delicacy of disclosing a disability
Being upfront and matter-of-fact during the application process is the best course of action.
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Weekly features
An office built with millennials in mind
Accenture’s Arlington office has a heavy emphasis on flexibility, mobility and connectivity.
Not your grandmother’s milkman
How one local company is using technology that may be the best hope for the farm-to-table movement.
It’Sugar opens in Chinatown
The co-founder of Dylan’s Candy Bar brings a sweet shop, and mega-size treats, to the D.C. area.
Washington area stock index
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