By Kevin Jones This article is a continuation of “Taking Flight: Aerospace Education in West Virginia,” which can be found in the Fall 2020 issue of West Virginia Executive. West Virginia State University’s (WVSU) Aerospace Education Laboratories (AELs) aim to inspire children to pursue careers in STEM. The WVSU Center for the Advancement of STEM…
By Kelsey Clough Unprecedented is a word that gets thrown around a lot in 2020. With the surge in remote work and more companies moving their operations online, the number of people across Appalachia turning to online job opportunities truly is unparalleled. But, as the world is scrambling to adjust to the new, virtual workplace,…
In 2019, the aerospace industry supported 4,000 jobs and created a $1.3 billion total economic output in West Virginia. A hidden gem, the Mountain State’s aerospace industry is built around access to raw materials, development assistance, education and location.
What does it take to become part of West Virginia Executive (WVE) magazine’s elite history of Young Guns? It’s more than just a nomination based on career success and a dedication to community service—though these certainly factor in. It involves a heart of gold mixed with the Mountaineer spirit.
Banking Relationship Manager, Fifth Third Bank, NA By Jackie Whetzel Kimberly Zwier, banking relationship manager for Fifth Third Bank, grew up in the small town of Marblehead, Ohio, where she was taught at a young age the importance of giving back. Her first real introduction to the world of volunteerism happened around age 8, when…
When people think of West Virginia, they often picture beautiful mountains, active coal mines and tight-knit communities. While natives know Almost Heaven is all that and more, outsiders don’t often associate the Mountain State with things like cutting-edge technology and major innovation.