The WV Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Conference

The WV Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Conference is the state’s premier professional learning and networking opportunity for entrepreneurs, resource providers, and/or public, private, and government entities supporting entrepreneurs. The one-day event features compelling keynotes, engaging panels, hands-on workshops, and extensive networking opportunities for attendees. Who should attend? - Current and prospective entrepreneurs - Small business owners -...

September 5, 2023By Alex WeldBridging Innovation, conference, ecosystem, ecosystem builderRead more...

West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem November 2022

West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem November, 2022

November 18, 2022By Cameron KeefeAdvancing Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Business Planning, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Main Street BusinessBridging Innovation, business, ecosystem, ecosystem builder, Entrepreneur, entrepreneur ecosystemRead more...

West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Monthly Meeting

Monthly meeting to connect and identify opportunities for improvement in aiding entrepreneurs across the state. The work aims to bring together key providers in the state to share best practices and inspire collaborations. If you are new to the group, you will need to register for this zoom series. You only...

October 31, 2022By bethfishecosystem, entrepreneurship ecosystemRead more...

West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem- September 2022 Update

Partnership Spotlight: XLerate Health SBIR/STTR Applicant Assistance Bootcamp Eugene Krentsel, [email protected] Link https://xleratornetwork.com Entrepreneur Spotlight Contact Info: John Higginbotham, Vairoh, [email protected] ASK: If you work directly with entrepreneurs, invite an entrepreneur to share during an upcoming ecosystem call. The West Virginia Statewide Business Plan Competitions are now open for entry! To learn more visit: High School Business Plan Competition Collegiate Business Plan Competition Community Business Plan...

September 16, 2022By Cameron KeefeAdvancing Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Entrepreneurial Ecosystemecosystem, ecosystem builder, Entrepreneur, entrepreneurshipRead more...

West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Update- August 2022

Bridging Innovation Week 2023: Save the Date | April 17-21, Wheeling, WV Bridging Innovation Landing Page Help us spread the word! Promotional Graphics & Sample Language ASK: Share topic and speaker ideas with Tara and I. Entrepreneur Spotlight Contact Info: Gary Gini, The Instrument Lab | [email protected] ASK: If you work directly with entrepreneurs, invite an entrepreneur to share...

August 12, 2022By Amber RavenscroftAdvancing Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Startupbusiness, ecosystem, ecosystem builder, entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship ecosystem, Small Business, West VirginiaRead more...

FASTER WV: Boosting Entrepreneurship, Startups and Business Expansion

Are you aware that West Virginia lags far behind Appalachia, and the nation, in entrepreneurial and start-up activity? In fact, the Kauffman Foundation’s 2017 State Report found that WV ranked last in startup early job creation with a third as many jobs created as the leading state, and below the...

July 22, 2022By Marjorie CookeAdvancing Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Business Planning, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Microenterprises, Startup, Women and Businessbusiness, business coaching, business finance, business loans, ecosystem, ecosystem builder, Entrepreneur, entrepreneur education, finance, Funding, Small Business, West VirginiaRead more...

West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Update July 2022

Bridging Innovation 2023 Announced! That's right! Bridging Innovation 2022 is coming to Wheeling next year! If you haven't heard of Bridging Innovation or were unable to make it last year, now is the time to get your event registered for 2023! Keep up to date with Bridging Innovation by checking in...

July 15, 2022By Amber RavenscroftAdvancing Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Nonprofit Development, Startup, TechnologyBridging Innovation, business, ecosystem, ecosystem builder, entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship ecosystem, Marshall University, Small Business, West Virginia, WVURead more...

West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Update June 2022

Spotlight Programs: Lauren Prinzo Community & Economic Development Specialist WVU Extension Service Equity in Entrepreneurship Findings Update and Discussion West Virginia University is conducting in-person strategic planning meetings across West Virginia as part of an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) POWER Technical Assistance grant aimed at expanding entrepreneurship opportunities for rural and low-income youth. The next round...

June 17, 2022By Tyler BrandstetterAdvancing Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Business Planning, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Entrepreneurs in Action, Innovation-Led, Startupbusiness, ecosystem, ecosystem builder, Entrepreneur, entrepreneur education, entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship ecosystem, Small BusinessRead more...

Generation WV’s NewForce and Fellowship Programs Support Talent Development, Retention

A Rapid Decline As we think about the future of our state, what does a vibrant West Virginia look like? We may all have varying answers, but one thing is certain – we can’t achieve it without thinking about the next generation. Unfortunately, West Virginia has the highest rate of population...

June 10, 2022By Alex WeldAdvancing Entrepreneurship, Downtown Revitilization, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Innovation-Led, Technologyecosystem, ecosystem builder, Entrepreneur, innovation, technology, West VirginiaRead more...

West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Update May 2022

Spotlight Program: Amber Ravenscroft Manager of Innovation The EdVenture Group NSF Regional Innovation Engines Funding Opportunity The Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships, or TIP, is pleased to announce the launch of a bold, new initiative called the NSF Regional Innovation Engines, or NSF Engines, program and funding opportunity. NSF Engines is committed to creating...

May 11, 2022By Bill WoodrumAdvancing Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Ecosystemecosystem, entrepreneur ecosystem, National Science Foundation, NSFRead more...

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