William and Mary has made a strong commitment to support economic development. We are eager to connect our faculty and students to opportunities to work with business, non-profit, academic and public partners in collaborations that strengthen our programs and contribute to new economic opportunities here in Greater Williamsburg, around Hampton Roads, and throughout Virginia. Those collaborations serve the university's mission of teaching, research and public service. Economic development initiatives create research and technology transfer opportunities; develop infrastructure and skills that support high value-added work opportunities in the Commonwealth; and expand cultural, research and employment opportunities for students, faculty, and the community