The City of Newport News and the Newport News Economic Development Authority have announced the first Newport News Economic Development Growth and Expansion (NN EDGE) Summit. The event is scheduled for October 1-2, 2025, at the Newport News Marriott at City Center.
The summit aims to connect both local and out-of-market developers with development opportunities in Newport News. Attendees will meet with city leaders, learn about priority development sites, and discuss ways to contribute to future projects.
According to officials, the NN EDGE Summit supports the city’s ongoing economic development strategy. Developers attending the event will be able to collaborate directly with city leadership and consider long-term investments.
“Newport News is entering an exciting new chapter, and the NN EDGE Summit is an essential part of that journey,” said Mayor Phillip Jones. “This administration is committed to advancing our city’s growth through strategic, collaborative development efforts, and this summit is a testament to that commitment. By launching NNIsYourEDGE.com, we are providing a direct, accessible resource for developers to engage with and invest in our future.”
Cathy Williams, Chair of the Newport News Economic Development Authority, stated: “The NN EDGE Summit is an excellent opportunity to align public vision with private innovation. It’s about building strong public-private partnerships that drive sustainable and long-term growth for our city.”
At the summit, officials plan to highlight 12 sites available for new projects. These locations represent key investment opportunities aimed at supporting Newport News’ goal of dynamic and sustainable growth.
Attendance at the summit will be by invitation only due to its specialized focus.
For more information or media inquiries regarding the NN EDGE Summit, interested parties can visit https://NNIsYourEDGE.com.
