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.
April 7-9, 2026
Uniting small businesses, government, and industry to scale breakthrough ideas, build enduring partnerships, and shape the future of innovation in support of national defense.
April 8, 2026
A curated, small-group conversation series designed to give founders direct access to leading venture investors in specific sectors.
April 17–19, 2026
A D.C. Hackathon focused on real-world national security challenges and operational impact.
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)
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