Senior Manager of Government and External Affairs,West Virginia American Water By Paige Udermann Photo by Tracy A. Toler Photography Megan Hannah, senior manager of government and external affairs at West Virginia American Water, embodies what it means to be an achiever. She has spent her life defining her own standards of success, and she works…
West Virginia’s premier entrepreneurship event, Bridging Innovation Week, stands at the forefront of driving entrepreneurship-led economic development in the state. This annual symposium fosters vital connections and offers invaluable education to business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and organizations that support the entrepreneurial ecosystem across West Virginia.
Throughout the Mountain State and beyond, lawyers are dedicating their careers to advancing the legal profession and helping others find justice. These individuals work tirelessly in courtrooms, legal organizations and educational institutions to ensure the rights of all individuals are protected. Their commitment to service and unwavering dedication to justice are detrimental to the West Virginia legal community’s ongoing impact.
The positive impact of philanthropic and nonprofit organizations in West Virginia is undeniable. There are numerous charitable organizations to choose from, each offering unique opportunities to make a meaningful difference. In this issue of West Virginia Executive, dedicated to the nonprofit and philanthropic sector, we highlight foundations making positive impacts across the state. While this map is not exhaustive, it illustrates the impressive reach of the industry.
After Claude Worthington Benedum passed away in 1918, his surviving parents, Michael and Sarah Benedum, created a foundation in 1944 to honor their child: the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation.
As the sweltering summer fades and the crisp autumn air settles in, West Virginia transforms into a fall foliage fantasy, drawing nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.