Nucor. CMC Metals. The Clorox Company. What do each of these companies have in common, besides committing to significant investments and job creation in West Virginia? Long before the celebratory announcements were made, there was a competitive site selection process.
New business is risky at any time, but in a post-pandemic world where the U.S. economy faces endless challenges, one could say there is even more risk than before.
West Virginia is known for its mountains and natural resources. It’s no surprise the Mountain State ranks third in the U.S. in percentage of forested land, with 78% of it forested. Access to forest resources is an advantage not taken lightly, as the ample materials make the state a leading producer.
When a public sector joins a private sector in partnership to fund a service or project that is typically offered by the public sector, you have a public-private partnership (PPP). Oftentimes, PPPs can be wise solutions for getting the capital needed to fund a particular concept-turned-project or to upgrade an existing entity in need of maintenance.
Say yes to West Virginia. That’s the concept behind the state’s social media advocate model stemming from the hashtag #YesWV. “It’s the objective and directive of the Justice administration to lead and to proudly share all the opportunities here with the world.
Determination, focus and precision are characteristics of a Sharp Shooter, in every sense of the word. West Virginia Executive (WVE)’s latest class of Sharp Shooters are no exception. These 10 men and women each have a drive that has taken them to the current season of their lives and careers, along with a motivation to make West Virginia an even better place to live, learn, work and play.