Whitewater in West Virginia: Celebrating 50 Years
Fifty years ago, West Virginia’s multi-million-dollar whitewater rafting industry was founded by a handful of high-spirited college students with a few canoes and Army surplus rafts. The Dragan brothers—Chris, Tom and Jon—and Jon’s girlfriend, Melanie, all 24 years old or younger, started the state’s first whitewater company, Wildwater Unlimited, in the 1960s and began taking friends down the New River in Army surplus rafts. The spirit and adventure of the sport quickly spread throughout the state, creating a tourist destination at the New River Gorge and a new brand of adventure available around the state that now includes outdoor activities, lodging, dining and more.
Shepherd’s Lifelong Learning kicks off fall semester with August 22 reception
The Shepherd University Lifelong Learning Program is kicking off the 2018 fall semester with a reception on Wednesday, August 22, at 5 p.m. in the Erma Ora Byrd Hall atrium. The reception will offer the chance to meet current members and learn about the educational and social opportunities Lifelong Learning offers retirees. Some courses will […]
Lawyers & Leaders: Class of 2018
During a time when the practice of law has been brought to the forefront of the national consciousness with extensive media coverage on a variety of court cases and the appointment of new judges to the U.S. Supreme Court, West Virginia Executive magazine in partnership with West Virginia University (WVU) College of Law is working to recognize an elite group of remarkable lawyers who are making strides in their careers and communities with the Lawyers & Leaders Awards.
The Climate Change Question: How Do We Protect Our Infrastructure?
West Virginia’s ring has housed many opponents—unemployment, population loss, a struggling economy and an opioid crisis, just to name a few. However, like many other states, West Virginia’s laundry list of needs includes another woe that doesn’t receive nearly as much attention—outdated and neglected infrastructure.
Talent Transplant: Dr. Jerome Gilbert
In celebration of those who have relocated to West Virginia, embraced our beloved state and now help us work toward a brighter future, Talent Transplant recognizes those who have adopted our Mountain Mama as their own.
Looking Back on 20 Years in Print: A Q&A with Editor in Chief Kensie Hamilton Fauber
Since 1998, West Virginia Executive (WVE) magazine has been sharing in-depth profiles and news coverage with the Mountain State’s business community, carving out its reputation as the state’s premier business-to-business publication.