Businesses in Prince William County play a pivotal role in strengthening the county by creating jobs, employing a diverse workforce, and bringing innovative technology, which contributes to the wellbeing of county residents.

The Prince William Board of County Supervisors recently proclaimed May 2021 as Business Appreciation Month to raise awareness of the innovation, economic opportunity, talent, and benefits residents receive from the entrepreneurial spirit of businesses in Prince William County.

May is Business Appreciation Month in Virginia, and the Prince William County Department of Economic Development (PWDED) is kicking off the month with the announcement of the first round of recipients of the IGNITE grant program awards.

“Our IGNITE grant program is a key to building momentum for attracting startups, innovators and entrepreneurs to Prince William County,” said Christina Winn, executive director of PWCDED. “This program has also benefited our strong existing business ecosystem as they reclaim and recover revenue lost in the pandemic.”

Pure Barre, the largest and most established barre franchise in North America, will open its doors in Stafford on May 17. Located at 1630 Publix Way, Suite 120, Stafford will gain access to Pure Barre’s challenging and proprietary barre technique. Designed to strengthen and tone, Pure Barre is a total body workout focused on a series of low impact, high intensity movements.

Pure Barre Stafford is owned and operated by Kim Salzano, a local fitness instructor who is ready to share her passion for Pure Barre with the community. Originally being a trained Pilates teacher, Kim discovered her instant love for Pure Barre while visiting one of its South Carolina studios.