Publications and Directories

A Board of Trade affiliate, the Greater Washington Initiative (GWI) produces unique publications that include data on Greater Washington …20+ jurisdictions in Northern Virginia, Suburban Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Below is a complete list of Board of Trade and Greater Washington Initiative publications. Click on any link for more information.


Greater Washington Regional Report

GWI’s annual signature publication, the Greater Washington Regional Report provides current demographic, economic, and quality of life data on the Washington, DC metro area. This publication compares the Washington, DC metropolitan area – including the District of Columbia and neighboring parts of Maryland and Virginia – to nine major metro areas around the nation.


2006 International Study: "Greater Washington: International Commerce and Culture"

Released in April 2006, this study highlights changes in the region’s international business environment since GWI completed a similar study in 2001. The study also benchmarks the combined Greater Washington-Baltimore region to 11 major metro areas in Europe, Asia, South and North America. Read More >>

 

2006 Information Technology Study

To provide a current analysis of an industry that has weathered significant changes in the past five years, GWI, the marketing and economic development organization for the Washington, DC region, has released a landmark technology study: Information Technology, Communications and New Media in Greater Washington.


The Business of Government

This informative publication developed by GWI and produced by Washington Flyer magazine, featuring articles about the advantages of the GSA Schedule, how to work effectively with the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, and a handy list of online and print resources.


Regional Bioscience Industry Report

A comprehensive report on Greater Washington's Bioscience Assets.


Guide to Higher Education Resources for Business

An online tool that highlights the diverse resources and business assistance offered by participating colleges and universities throughout the region. This guide is searchable by institution and by selected categories – from Academics to Technology Transfer.


Higher Education Degrees in Greater Washington

A 2001 analysis of degree programs in Northern Virginia, Suburban Maryalnd and the District of Columbia for fiscal year 2000.


Global Economy Study

A 2001 research study describing the impact of Greater Washington's international economy on the region.

 

Who Cares? Examining Greater Washington's Health Care Workforce

This June 2005 study found significant workforce shortages throughout Greater Washington in 23 nursing and allied health professions. It concluded that that the region’s educational and training institutions do not currently have the capacity to train enough workers for all current and projected openings.

 

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