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August 8, 2024 | Volume 3, Issue 41 | |
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Hi there,
Me again, Mark Burdette from WV BusinessLink. REMINDER: Don't forget this coming Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 2pm EDT will be the August 2024 edition of our monthly WV Entrepreneurship Ecosystem call. You must register to attend. To learn more about how to get involved click here. Also, connect with ecosystem online on their LinkedIn Group. Now, let's get into the latest edition of the WV BusinessLink newsletter. Enjoy!
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Thanks for reading. Onward and Upward!
Mark
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Secretary of State Mac Warner Reports 1,169 New WV Business Registrations for July of 2024 | |
The WV Secretary of State’s Office registered 1,169 new businesses statewide during the month of July according to Secretary of State Mac Warner.
Wirt County led the state in the percentage of new business growth with a total of five new business registrations, a 2.36% increase. The Secretary of State’s Business Division reported that Wetzel, Summers, Wyoming, and Morgan County also experienced notable growth during the month.
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RESOURCE PARTNER SPOTLIGHT | |
Welcome to the West Virginia Digital Identity Tech Hub | |
Announcing the new West Virginia Digital Identity Tech Hub (WVDITH) blog! This platform keeps you updated on our initiatives, advancements, and positive contributions in West Virginia. We aim to boost economy, promote innovation, and improve resident lives through secure, fair digital identity technologies. | |
Entrepreneurship is a journey riddled with obstacles that require resilience. Right to Start is addressing these hurdles, advocating for entrepreneurs and fostering a nationwide entrepreneurial spirit. This fall, Right to Start's CEO, Victor W. Hwang, will travel from California to Capitol Hill, championing entrepreneurship through a petition signed by thousands from across the country. Lend your support by signing their Statement of Principles, and help make starting and growing a business more accessible. Together, we can dismantle barriers, spur job creation, and promote wealth generation. | |
Black By God (BBG) is excited to announce the Black on the Map Project launch, an innovative initiative dedicated to supporting and promoting Black-owned businesses across West Virginia. BBG invites you to share information about Black-owned businesses in your town and announce this project to your networks to help us create a comprehensive online listing, map, and print directory. Information will be vetted and transcribed to public-facing community resources. | |
Wheeling Heritage announced that applications are now open for the next Show of Hands event on September 25. Aspiring entrepreneurs and community members are encouraged to submit their applications by August 19 for an opportunity to turn their business ideas into reality. | |
🚀 Calling All West Virginia Entrepreneurs! 🚀 | |
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Have a business idea or are looking to grow your existing business? This is your chance to shine! 🌟 Apply now to pitch your idea and current needs to the WV Entrepreneurship Ecosystem (WVEE) and gain valuable exposure and support. Pitches will be heard live during the WVEE monthly meeting, held every second Tuesday from 2-2:45pm EST.
📋Eligibility:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Business must be located in West Virginia.
- Must be registered for the WVEE monthly meetings.
Complete the application below for a chance to pitch. If approved, you’ll receive an email confirmation with all the details.
Link to Apply ➡️https://forms.gle/8USbD7RmQkW6aaLd9
📆 Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply today!
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Important dates and timeline:
Application Live Round 1: July 1, 2024
Application Due Date Round 1: August 12, 2024, 11:00 p.m. EST
Application Live Round 2: November 12, 2024
Application Due Date Round 2: January 7, 2025, 11:00 p.m. EST
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
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To view the full calendar of events on WV BusinessLink click here | |
To submit your events on WV BusinessLink click here | |
Episode 112: Bold Business Leader Holly Fussell Shares Wisdom | |
Featured Episode: Crafting Confections and Connections: The Story of Morgan Morrison | |
Featured Episode: Kate Boytek |
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Featured Episode: Ken Raulston - All-in-One Piping | |
Episode Four: Well Educated |
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Episode 31: AI at Work with Carmine Di Sibio, Former Global Chairman and CEO of EY. | |
Episode Four: Tackling the $%B+ substitute teacher shortage with Donovan Bennett, co-founder and CEO of Milli Llama. | |
Your window into wonderful #WestVirginia, sharing news and #opportunities from #AlmostHeaven #YesWV. | |
The daily304’s Innovators and Entrepreneurs helps you stay connected with the people who shape West Virginia. | |
The daily304’s What Makes You Wonderful podcast uncovers the wonders that make West Virginia truly extraordinary. | |
Have a podcast for entrepreneurs and small businesses in the Mountain State and would like to be listed on WV BusinessLink? Contact our Program Coordinator, Mark Burdette, at mark.d.burdette@wv.gov for more information. | |
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August is Black Business Month
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IEDC's Entrepreneurial & Small Business Development Strategies Training Course - August 15-16, 2024
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Show of Hands applications due August 19, 2024
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ARC Annual Conference: Advancing Appalachia - September 4-5, 2024 - Chattanooga, TN
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West Virginia Manufacturing Conference - September 24-25, 2024 - Bridgeport, WV
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Show of Hands Event - September 25, 2024 - Wheeling, WV
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West Virginia Makes Festival - November 8, 2024 - Huntington, WV
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Bridge Day 2024 - October 19, 2024 - New River Gorge Bridge - Fayetteville, WV
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Bridging Innovation Week - April 28 - May, 2025 - Shepherdstown, WV
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Export resources for small business |
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NEW JOB POSTING: The WV Hive Regional Business Advisor will provide in-depth business advising to entrepreneurs and small businesses in varying stages of development, ideation, incubation, and acceleration, and across multiple industry sectors and concentrated areas of support, including, but not limited to agriculture, technology, manufacturing, outdoor industry, hospitality/foodservice, veterans, and underrepresented communities. The position will work with the WV Hive Senior Business Advisor and Executive Director, along with the WV Hive and NRGRDA team members to perform high-level professional work related to the support of NRGRDA entrepreneurship initiatives. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and coordination skills, be tech savvy, and will confidently work with entrepreneurs and small business owners, vendors, high-level executives, funders, partners, and community members. To learn more and apply, click here. | |
NEW JOB POSTING: The NRGRDA is seeking a Redevelopment Coordinator. A successful candidate for this opportunity will possess strong project management skills, with a focus on strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. Additionally, excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, alongside a deep understanding of economic development principles and community engagement strategies, are essential for driving successful outcomes in this role. To learn more and apply, click here. | |
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Do you have any positions available? Contact us to have them posted here!
Interested in living and working in Almost Heaven? Then say "YES" to a career in West Virginia. Learn more about Jobcase.com/WV.
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WV ENTREPRENEURSHIP ECOSYSTEM | |
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Do you have an idea or something to include in this email?
Please email your ideas to our Program Coordinator, Mark Burdette, at
mark.d.burdette@wv.gov or feel free to call me directly at 304-352-4156.
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