Embracing Change: The new landscape of Alexandria businesses by City of Alexandria, VA published on 2021-08-02T05:33:47Z Forced to adapt, Alexandria businesses are embracing technology, community, and creativity more than ever before. Ryan Touhill, Senior Vice President, Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP), gives us the front row view of how businesses evolved over the COVID-19 pandemic and what changes are here to stay. The business community in collaboration with AEDP had helped protect 2800+ jobs during the pandemic. Touhill also provides updates on large economic projects in the area. To learn more about AEDP, visit www.alexandriaecon.org. If you are a small business owner or an aspiring owner, take advantage of the resources provided by the Small Business Development Center! Visit www.alexandriasbdc.org. Genre News & Politics