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Where were you born and raised and, if it was someplace else, when and why did you come to Loudoun?
I was born and raised in Manassas, Virginia, and Northern Virginia has been home for most of my life. I have lived in Loudoun County for the past 10 years, and over time my work with the federal government has really anchored me in this region. Loudoun’s focus on innovation, strong sense of community, and high quality of life made it the natural place to build both my career and my family life.

Tell us about your business, and how long you’ve been in your industry.
I have spent more than 25 years working at the intersection of technology, health, and government, serving as a trusted partner to federal agencies focused on delivering better health through innovation. I more recently launched Wilson Premier Properties at Smith Mountain Lake with my husband, born out of our love for lake life and traveling with big groups of family and friends. We design vacation homes specifically for multi-generational gatherings, executive retreats, and leadership offsites, creating spaces that make it easy for people to slow down, connect, reflect, and experience truly high touch hospitality together.

Wilson Premier Properties at Smith Mountain Lake

How did you get into this line of work?
My career started in federal consulting and health IT, where I saw how well-designed systems can literally change outcomes for patients. I also lived through moments when critical health information was not available for people I love, and the confusion and harm that followed. Those experiences made the work personal and pushed me to tackle complex public health systems so other families would not have to go through the same thing.

I got into real estate investing because I love designing and decorating spaces that bring people together. During COVID, that passion grew into Wilson Premier Properties at Smith Mountain Lake, where we now focus on creating homes that give leaders and families space to step away from the noise, reconnect, and focus on what truly matters.

Dr. Angela Wilson, Entrepreneur

Have you had any special mentors or inspirations that guided your career?
My greatest inspiration has always been my mother, who showed me what it means to walk with faith, show up for family, and carry yourself with humility and dignity even when it is hard. She taught me that excellence is measured by how you treat people and the care you put into everything you do. I have also been shaped by friends, clients, and colleagues who pushed me, challenged me, and opened doors that were not always open. Their example has taught me to lead with integrity and empathy and to look for ways to create opportunities for others to do good things for other people.

What is the best part of your job and why?
The best part of my work is solving hard problems in ways that genuinely make life better for people. In health IT, that means building systems that make information easier to access and use for patients, families, and the clinicians who care for them. With Wilson Premier, it is seeing a family settle into one of our homes and later sharing notes and photos about how they laughed, reconnected, and made memories there. Those moments of healing and togetherness are what keep me inspired to keep serving in this way.

What is it like doing business in Loudoun?
I love being active in my community, and Loudoun has really made it easy to lean into that. I have a true passion for education, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment, so I naturally look for chances to step into those conversations and contribute in ways that are useful. Doing business here is not just about the market or the location for me; it is about being part of a place that invites residents to plug in, give back, and help create opportunities for the next wave of students, founders, and families.

What does Black History Month mean to you?
Black History Month, for me, starts at home. I think about my parents’ work ethic, the hours they put in, the sacrifices they made, and the quiet way they showed me how to keep moving even when the path is not laid out for you. Their example is a big part of why I am able to lead, build, and own in the ways I do today. Because of that, I do not see my work as just personal achievement; it feels like my turn to carry that foundation forward. My responsibility now is to model the same discipline, faith, and possibility for the next generation, so they grow up seeing what is possible and feeling equipped to go even further.

Favorite things to do when you are not working?
When I am not working, I love being near the water, especially spending time at Smith Mountain Lake with family and friends. I enjoy entertaining, hosting parties and gatherings that bring people together to share good food, good music, and even better conversation. I also love spending time with my four dogs.