Washington Business Journal

Digital roadside assistance startup raises $75M in debt financing

Urgently Inc. — the Vienna company that aims to upend the roadside assistance industry — has taken on $75 million…

Region’s dominant airlines say they’re ready for holiday season’s busiest travel days

It’s crunch time for the peak holiday travel period for American Airlines and United Airlines.

D.C. to require proof of vaccination at restaurants, other venues

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said Wednesday the District will begin requiring proof of at least one dose of Covid-19 vaccination…

Historic Republic Gardens nightclub reopens as Elements. Here’s a look around the U Street space.

The storied former Republic Gardens nightclub where legendary musicians including Cab Calloway and Ella Fitzgerald performed has taken on a…

Phillips Crab House closes in Ocean City after more than 65 years

Phillips Crab House has closed for good in Ocean City, Maryland, after more than 65 years in business. The restaurant…

Lobster roll restaurant to replace Shirlington spa

Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls has inked a deal to replace Nirvana Reflexology Spa at Village at Shirlington, part of a…

D.C. customer retention startup eyes big European growth with new subsidiary HQ

D.C. customer retention company ChurnZero Inc. is doubling-down on its international business by opening a subsidiary headquarters in the Netherlands,…

How a GO Virginia grant is helping Lighthouse Labs launch a paid student internship program

A nearly half-a-million-dollar grant is allowing Lighthouse Labs to recruit interns for its alumni founders. The opportunity for paid internships…

Washington Football Team said to be pushing for domed stadium in Northern Virginia

Officials with the Washington Football Team have been increasing their efforts to build a new stadium and mixed-use complex in…

Deloitte names new D.C.-area top executive to replace Tamika Tremaglio

Jeremy Blank will be the next top executive to lead the Greater Washington market for Deloitte LLP, according to an…

The week in bankruptcies: 3 entities in Greater Washington

The Washington Business Journal offers a weekly roundup of bankruptcy filings in the region based on public records collected by…

Viewpoint: Our divides will cause our collapse if we don’t learn to bridge them

I was in first grade when I first learned about Christopher Columbus’ “heroics” — how he braved the ocean blue…

Viewpoint: Our time to give thanks

As this year comes to an end, I have just one word to share with you. Gratitude. For me, the…

My Story: Sarela Herrada

Editor’s note: “My Story” is where business executives share their personal and professional backgrounds and journeys that have made them…

Donohoe Hospitality names former Food Network contestant to head up its restaurant and bar business

Donohoe Hospitality, which operates more than a dozen hotels around Greater Washington, has named Chef Malcolm Mitchell as its first…

Former GDIT executive Kristie Grinnell lands at another N. Va. technology firm

Kristie Grinnell has landed a new gig less than a month after leaving General Dynamics Information Technology. DXC Technology Co. (NYSE:…

How Charlottesville-based Glimmr is aiming to elevate content creators through its fair-pay platform

Glimmr co-founder and CEO Jefferson Griscavage believes it’s important to help others achieve their greatest potential. “Don’t be afraid to…

ICF to acquire McLean cloud technology firm, its second acquisition in two months

ICF International Inc. (NASDAQ: ICFI) is continuing to shop through the mergers and acquisitions market, with a deal to purchase…

Public relations firm Pinkston acquires Oklahoma City company

Falls Church public relations firm Pinkston has acquired Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, messaging and communications outfit Pliris Strategies LLC in a…

Viewpoint: Housing gap fix takes business, government and philanthropy

Housing affordability is a major challenge for our region. Demand is high: Our region needs 320,000 more units by 2030…

Viewpoint: Federal oversight is a key security measure for cyber

Local municipalities and businesses are under attack. Ransomware has grown into a widespread challenge for businesses and organizations of all…

The week in bankruptcies: Four entities in Greater Washington