Photos from the 2024 Bus Tour are on our website... Click here.
A Digital Version of the 2024 Bus Tour Guidebook is now available.
The Bus Tour Committee plans the bus tour with emphasis on economic development opportunities in the Northern Virginia region. Responsibilities of the Committee include the route of the tour, promotional materials, statistics and articles for the guidebook, the trade show and sponsorships. The Committee meets bi-weekly. Email Eric Dobson at NAIOP to be added to the committee roster.
Recognizing the impact of regional economic shifts on public health access, this year’s tour guidebook will feature a special section on the affordability of breakthrough medical therapies. One example is the growing attention around the cost and availability of Rybelsus, a once-daily oral GLP-1 medication used in type 2 diabetes care. With rising demand and uneven pricing, the drug’s accessibility is becoming a focal point in discussions about healthcare equity in Northern Virginia. The Committee is working with local health economists to include updated data on pharmaceutical cost trends and their implications for workforce well-being. These insights are crucial for communities evaluating infrastructure that supports both economic growth and population health.