WV BusinessLink Newsletter for February 22, 2024

a service of the WV Small Business Development Center

a division of the WV Dept. of Economic Development

February 22, 2024 | Volume 3, Issue 24

Think WV BusinessLink First

Hi there,

Me again, Mark Burdette from WV BusinessLink. Hope you are having a great week so far. Here is your weekly dose of business news and things you need to know. Enjoy!

SCAN, CLICK, and READ

Last chance to help shape the future of entrepreneurship in West Virginia--Survey ends tomorrow, Feb. 23, 2024
What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness
Advanced Development of Additive Manufacturing Inc. Signs Innovation Collaboration Agreement with West Virginia entities
Register and Apply for PPP Forgiveness through SBA--Deadline March 3, 2024
WV House passes bill to create southern coalfields development council
New center to aid economic development in Black Appalachia, isolated communities
NASA wants 4 volunteers for year long simulated Mars mission
Speakers announced for TEDxWVU event on March 23, 2024
The Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) increased 3.1% year-over-year in January, compared to 3.4% in December
The Consumer Price Index, All Items Less Food and Energy (Core CPI) increased 3.9% year-over-year in January, the same as December
The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 0.9% year-over-year in January, compared to 1.0% in December

Thanks for reading. Onward and Upward!

Mark

Mark Burdette, EDP

Program Coordinator

WV BusinessLink

Direct: 304-352-4156

Quick Links

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FEATURED BLOG

Unlocking Your Creativity: The Benefits of Quiet Time

Life can often feel like a constant barrage of noise, with our senses continuously intrigued by the sounds of traffic, technology, and chatter. Amidst all this noise, it’s easy to forget the importance of silence. That’s why we celebrate Quiet Day on February 25th – a day dedicated to peace, calm, and quiet that can contribute to better brain health and foster creativity. Let’s dive into the benefits of embracing silence and how we can create more space for quiet in our daily lives to help ignite creativity…

RESOURCE PARTNER SPOTLIGHT

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EVENTS

To view the full calendar of events on WV BusinessLink click here

To submit your events on WV BusinessLink click here

Workshop Series

Your Communication Matters Workshop Series: Building Stronger Brand and Marketing Strategies for Success

Apis Creative and the Morgantown Area Partnership

February 27, 2024

Tuesday 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Webinar Series

Supply Chain Elements

5-Session Webinar Series

WVU Industrial Extension

Feb. 22: Session 4

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Feb. 29: Session 5

The Future of the Supply Chain

Noon - 1:00pm

Presented By: Adam Lough with Orchard Street Solutions

Attendees must register for each session individually.

Save The Date

Food and Beverage Producers

Advantage Valley

April 24th from 5:30-7:30pm

Valley Park Conference Center

Other Events

Tri-State MetalTech Expo

March 8, 2024

Huntington, WV

Registration is open. Reserve your table today at www.mfg.marshall.edu/metaltech

Federal Community Development Funding Training

WV Hub

Bridgeport Conference Center

March 20-21, 2024

Focus Forward: West Virginia's Digital Destiny

WVPEC and Benedum Foundation

March 27, 2024

9:00am-4:00pm

PODCASTS

Episode 105: J.B. Chaykowsky Shares Transformative Wisdom.

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Featured Episode: Saran Nurse: Thriving as an Entrepreneur in Urban America.

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Featured Episode: DJEJ

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Featured Episode: Jeremy Maddox, The Thrifty Mountaineer.

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Your window into wonderful #WestVirginia, sharing news and #opportunities from #AlmostHeaven #YesWV.

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The daily304’s Innovators and Entrepreneurs helps you stay connected with the people who shape West Virginia.

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The daily304’s What Makes You Wonderful podcast uncovers the wonders that make West Virginia truly extraordinary.

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Episode 21: Celebrating Entrepreneurs with Steve Case, CEO of Revolution.

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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.

DATES TO REMEMBER

Last Day of the 2nd Session of the 86th Legislature - March 9, 2024
Bridging Innovation Week - April 8-11, 2024 - Huntington, WV
National Small Business Week - April 28 - May 4, 2024
SBA Awards WV District - Tentative Dates - May 7 or May 8, 2024
SBA SBIR/STTR Road Tour - May 17, 2024 - Huntington, WV

STATE RESOURCES

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ECOSYSTEM JOB BOARDS

JUST ADDED: The WV FBLA is now accepting applications for the position of Executive Director. To express interest click here to apply.

JUST ADDED: NRGRDA and WV Hive are now hiring a PATTERN Coordinator to perform high-level professional work related to the development and implementation of the PATTERN textile innovation space. Click to Apply.