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From Idea to Opening Day: Food and Beverage Readiness Program

Whether you’re envisioning a restaurant, café, food truck, bakery, catering company, or packaged food brand, now’s the time to take the next step.

MOVE Chamber, in partnership with the Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP), is launching the Alexandria Food & Beverage Business Readiness Program—a six-session course designed to equip aspiring food entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to build successful businesses.

As AEDP President & CEO Stephanie Landrum puts it: “Alexandria is home to a vibrant and growing food and beverage community, and we want to make sure that anyone looking to be part of it has the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed.”

Program Kickoff

Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Location: AEDP Office, 1940 Duke Street, 1st Floor, Alexandria, VA