Regional Chief Executive, American Red Cross Central Appalachia Region By Olivia Miller Helping fellow West Virginians in their time of greatest need and giving back to the state that raised her is what drives Erica Mani to do the work she does day in and day out. As the regional chief executive of the American…
Professor of Law, Co-Director of the Immigration Law Clinic and Director of International Programs, WVU College of Law By Brittany McClung Alison Peck believes one of the most valuable things an individual can have in life is the opportunity to understand, develop and give of their own potential—something she has learned throughout her educational and…
Attorney, Fitzsimmons Law Firm By Samantha Cart “The legal profession allows you to teach yourself about any and all aspects of life. It preserves and protects the quality of life among all humans and is literally the greatest profession in the world.” When Bob Fitzsimmons was growing up, he dreamed of becoming a U.S. president.…
Attorney at Law, Adams, Fisher and Chappell, PLLC By Cathy Bonnstetter Although Robert Fisher learned the practice of law in other parts of the state and the world, his office is located in downtown Ripley, WV—his hometown. In fact, he and his partner, Leah Chappell, know most of their clients before they even walk through…
General Counsel, West Virginia State University By Paige Kocourek While everyone has dreams revolving around career aspirations, it is rare to find the individual whose childhood career ambitions turn into their profession as an adult. Alice Faucett, however, turned her dreams into reality. She pursued her lifetime goal of becoming a lawyer and now serves…
Attorney, Farrell Law By Emily Rice After graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a bachelor’s degree in government in 1994, Paul Farrell attended a West Virginia University (WVU) football game with his father, Judge Paul Farrell. At the time, Farrell was considering which law school he would attend. After the game, the two…