Contact Information
Phone: 304-941-0600
Fax: 304-344-9237
Mailing Address:
PO Box 6398
Charleston, WV 25362
Physical Address:
1210 Kanawha Boulevard East
Charleston, WV 25301
The History of Executive Ink, LLC
The story of Executive Ink, LLC began as most small business stories do: with an opportunity.
In the fall of 2008, four magazine employees—two editors, a production manager and a salesman—were going about their daily work when they were approached by their employer with an offer they couldn’t ignore: he wanted to make them partners in the company. He was surprised, however, when they countered with an offer to buy him out and start their own business.
Within 11 days, the four coworkers had taken on a silent partner and founded Executive Ink, LLC, under which they would continue to publish West Virginia Executive and Executive Meeting Planner magazines. With nothing but a new name and a magazine archive that dated back to 1998, they were grateful to find office space on Charleston’s West Side where they could immediately move in. A shopping trip to Habitat for Humanity’s Restore in Charleston was rewarded with gently used desks and filing cabinets. With a phone system and copier/printer, Executive Ink was open for business.
More than three years later, Executive Ink remains the publishing company of West Virginia’s premier business publication and the state’s only meeting planner and tourism guide. The staff of six have adhered to the founding principle of quality in everything, and this is evident in the high-gloss covers, the eye-catching design work and the quality editorial.
The staff of Executive Ink is a well-blended group of individuals with many different talents. We’re writers (one is even a novelist), editors, designers, and sales and marketing gurus, and some say we throw a pretty great launch party.
At Executive Ink, we share a common goal: to provide our readers with in-depth, reliable editorial and our advertisers with the most effective and cost-efficient means to maximize their marketing dollars. We go to great lengths to see that our clients are satisfied with our products and services, and together we’re always thinking of new and innovative ways to cater to the ever-changing facets of business.
Like many stories, this one started with an opportunity; unlike most, this one has only just begun.
Kensie Hamilton Fauber
Publisher, Managing Partner
Kensie Hamilton Fauber is the publisher and managing partner of Executive Ink, LLC. She holds bachelor’s degrees in corporate communications and journalism from Elon University. She is a graduate of the Leadership West Virginia Class of 2015, the 2015 FBI Citizens Academy and the 2016-2017 class of Leadership Mon. In 2017, she graduated from the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. She lives in Elkview, WV, with her husband, Adam; her daughter, Quinn; and her twin sons, Cavan and Kieran.
Seth Stover
Graphic Designer, Partner
Seth Stover is the graphic designer for Executive Ink, LLC and its publications. Holding a bachelor’s degree in integrated marketing with a minor in graphic design from Glenville State University, Stover brings over a decade of design experience to the table. Outside of work, he loves cooking and experimenting with new recipes. Stover and his wife, Leslee, enjoy traveling and exploring the stunning landscapes of West Virginia. A man of deep faith and love for the Lord, Stover finds inspiration in his faith, family and the beauty of his home state.
Connie Conrad
Marketing & Advertising Associate, Partner
Connie Conrad is a partner and marketing and advertising associate for Executive Ink, LLC. A native of Capon Bridge, WV, she holds a bachelor’s degree in public relations from West Virginia University. She coaches youth soccer and baseball, serves as a Cub Scout den leader and is active in her church. She lives in Fairmont with her husband, twin sons and niece.
Samantha Cart
Editor at Large
Samantha Cart is the editor in large for West Virginia Executive and Discover West Virginia magazines. A native of Buffalo, WV, she holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in journalism from West Virginia University. In her spare time, Cart serves as a youth leader at Buffalo Church of the Nazarene and volunteers with the Come and Serve Team. Cart currently lives in Red House, WV, with her husband, Dr. Caleb Cart, and their daughters, Joanna and Ruth.
Kenzie Dye
Editorial & Production Manager
Kenzie Dye, a native of Tornado, WV, is the editorial and production manager for Executive Ink, LLC. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism with a major in advertising.and minors in Appalachian studies and interactive design for media. She currently resides in Charleston, WV, and in her spare time, she enjoys taking pictures of the people and places she loves.
Megan Bevins
Editorial & Production Manager
Megan Bevins, a native of Hurricane, WV, is the editorial and production manager for Executive Ink, LLC. She graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science in journalism. She enjoys reading, writing, listening to music and playing the guitar in her free time.
