Entrepreneur Spotlight: Scott Schill
By Samantha Cart West Virginia Executive (WVE) is dedicated to highlighting successful Mountain State entrepreneurs who are affecting change and living out their dreams in their home state. Entrepreneurs have tremendous potential for growing West Virginia’s economy and creating quality jobs, which is why the staff at WVE wants to continue the celebration of our […]
West Virginia State University to Host Urban Agriculture Conference and Community Expo May 3-4
The West Virginia Urban Agriculture Conference and Community Expo will be held May 3 and 4 on the campus of West Virginia State University (WVSU) in Institute. The free event will offer urban gardening education, information and resources for everyone from backyard hobby gardeners to professional farmers and agricultural workers. Held annually since 2014, the […]
West Virginia State University to Host Business and Economic Summit March 26
The West Virginia State University (WVSU) College of Business and Social Sciences will host its fourth annual Business and Economic Summit Tuesday March 26, 2019, at the University’s Erickson Alumni Center. The theme for the 2019 summit is “Entrepreneurship: It Starts at State” and will feature 13 speakers representing a variety of different professional fields […]
WV small businesses economic impact recognized on #SBDCDay
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC) joined the national recognition of #SBDCDay, Wednesday, March 20, during a proclamation ceremony at the Capitol. Gov. Jim Justice declared March 20 as Small Business Development Center Day. The governor issued a proclamation which states “the Mountain State understands the importance of supporting entrepreneurship as one […]
WVU Parkersburg celebrates Women’s History Month with symposium of local women in academia, government and media
West Virginia University at Parkersburg will recognize and celebrate National Women’s History Month with “The Climb Symposium” on Tuesday, March 26, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the college theater (room 1305). Sponsored by the WVU Parkersburg Social Justice Committee, the event is free and open to the public. “The Climb Symposium: A Celebration […]
Feast in the Field
By Elizabeth Riffle Four West Virginia companies from different areas and industries are collaborating on an event to remember. September 2019 will mark the first bison feast at Riffle Farms in Terra Alta, WV. The farm dates back to 1851. Jimmie and Liz Riffle are the fourth military family to live and work the property, […]
