Executives from three of the biggest companies to move to Fairfax County in recent years cited the county’s pro-business environment, proximity to the nation’s capital, desirable labor pool and high quality of life for employees and their families.

Hilton Hotels, Volkswagen of America and Computer Sciences Corp. rank among the county’s top economic development successes, and the recent relocation of their headquarters is helping Fairfax’s economy stay afloat as employers in other parts of the commonwealth hand out pink slips.