Gilmer County led the state in new business growth for the month of July 2023 Charleston, W. Va. – The WV Secretary of State's Office registered 1,387 new businesses statewide during the month of July according to Secretary of State Mac Warner. Gilmer County led the state in the percentage of new...
A federal grant has been awarded to the WVU Industrial Extension (WVUIE) to help small and medium sized West Virginia manufacturers build their supply chain initiatives. The funding will provide services to expand existing MEP capabilities to provide National Supply Chain Optimization and to establish a supply chain Intelligence Network,...
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC) recently announced that SBDC Business Coach Donna Schramm has been named West Virginia’s 2023 State Star. “Donna Schramm’s selection as the 2023 State Star recognizes her exemplary performance and commitment to the small businesses of West Virginia,” Steve Johnson, state director for...
The West Virginia University (WVU) Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering is excited to announce the launch of the WVU Industrial Engineering Capstone Program (IECP). In a nutshell, the WVU IECP aims to provide students with unparalleled experiences and to serve the land-grant mission of the University by supporting...
Mountain Steer Meat Company has received its Federal Grant of Inspection and is now eligible for beef grading by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Graded local beef assists small processing plants by showcasing, on an official level, the quality of regional cattle. Through ultrasound and camera grading, Mountain Steer...
The Berkeley County Development Authority (BCDA) is launching its Build-Up Berkeley Competition, an initiative that aims to help new and existing businesses learn to thrive in our local economy. The Build-Up Berkeley program will combine an educational series where entrepreneurs will learn concepts and tools for running a successful business and...
Learn to leverage AI and ChatGPT to improve your day-to-day operations. As both a founder and small business owner, I’ve seen firsthand how today’s rapidly evolving business landscape calls for innovative ways to gain a competitive edge. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force that offers tremendous potential for...
Advantage Valley, Inc. has entered into a purchase agreement to buy the Vossloh Track Building, located at 64 Waterway Drive in Poca, WV, in Putnam County. The facility is the former Union Boiler Plant built to service John Amos power plant across the river. Recognizing the shortage of available inventory...
Attention employers! Do you have an IT- workforce shortage? The West Virginia Community and Technical College System has your answer, AIM! What is AIM? The Community and Technical College System of West Virginia's (WVCTCS), Apprenticeships in Motion (AIM) program, is made possible by a nearly $4 million grant from the U.S. Department...
Access to capital is a critical factor for the success of entrepreneurs, but traditional funding avenues have often presented challenges for many aspiring business owners, particularly those from marginalized communities. Fortunately, the Kauffman Foundation's recent report, "Access to Capital: Removing Barriers for Entrepreneurs 2023," offers insights into the current landscape...
