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When Leaping into Business, Protect Yourself and Your Ideas

By Natalia Olson-Urtecho The US Small Business Administration (SBA) and the US Patent and Trade Office (USPTO) are teaming together to put intellectual property protection at the top of the minds of today’s entrepreneurs. As an aspiring small business owner with great ideas, one of the most significant considerations that may come to your mind […]

Taking Back Our State

West Virginia’s drug epidemic presents a huge challenge to state leaders and community members and a threat to the quality of life in the Mountain State. U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld and former U.S. Attorney Booth Goodwin are working together toward a tangible solution. By Samantha Cart West Virginia is known for its breathtaking mountains, […]

Leading the Way: John Elliot

The entrepreneurial spirit and passion for the well-being of others, which is exemplified in the high standard of care at AMFM, has made John Elliot not only a leader in his industry but also in his community. By Jessica Chambers & Jennifer Jett Prezkop John Elliot’s approach to life has been to find the […]

Coming Home to the Mountain State

Founded in 1979 in Wheeling, The Health Plan is leaving its corporate headquarters in Ohio to return home to the Mountain State, bringing jobs and economic growth to West Virginia. By Patrick Gallagher & Maggie Matsko In 1979, The Health Plan (THP), a small yet determined not-for-profit community health organization, became a West Virginia corporation […]

Finding Purpose on the Pavement

From a 100-day run across the country to planning Morgantown’s inaugural marathon, long-distance runner Jamie Summerlin goes to extremes to show his support for West Virginia veterans and his dedication to giving back to fellow service men and women. By Samantha Cart Jamie Summerlin never wears headphones when he runs. While training for his first […]