Millennials, those born after 1980, are choosing to live, work, play and stay in places known for innovation, diversity and interconnectivity. To attract and retain these young professionals, West Virginia communities must adapt to the wants and needs of this generation. By Natalie Roper In this 21st-century, knowledge-based economy, young talent retention plays an…
For driver Travis Braden, racing is about more than just the championship titles he’s been racking up since 2007. For this Wheeling native and West Virginia University senior, it’s about garnering positive attention for his beloved Mountain State.
From his office in the City that Never Sleeps, Dave Gruver is helping UGG Australia expand its consumer reach while mentoring the next generation of the fashion industry. For this Maryland native with strong West Virginia roots, where you come from is just as important as where you want to go.
The movement to incorporate additional science, technology, engineering and mathematics courses has served as a catalyst for educating West Virginia’s new work force. With the addition of the arts, turning STEM into STEAM, educational institutions are working to highlight and encourage the implementation of these fields.
West Virginia Chamber of Commerce President Steve Roberts has spent more than 30 years working to make life better for West Virginians, and his expertise allows him to help make the Mountain State an attractive home for future generations.
Without a viable broadband infrastructure, the Mountain State is lacking the most important tool to attract new businesses. Groups like Generation West Virginia, as well as a few West Virginia legislators, are championing broadband access as the key to growing and diversifying the economy.