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a service of the WV Small Business Development Center
a division of the WV Dept. of Economic Development
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February 09, 2024 | Volume 3, Issue 22 | |
Think WV BusinessLink First | |
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Hi there,
Me again, Mark Burdette from WV BusinessLink.
Trying a new format. Click on the blue link in the snippets below to read more.
To kickoff our newsletter we would like to welcome our newest resource partner SCORE. Welcome!
Calling all entrepreneurs and business owners! Help shape the future of entrepreneurship in West Virginia. Take the survey now. Ends Feb. 23, 2024.
Black-owned businesses growing in West Virginia.
Mister Bee and Tudor's team up for a new bag of tricks.
West Virginia businesses show resilience and adaptability.
Cameron Mitchell of Euphoric Doughnuts wins some serious dough at "Show of Hands".
Hear our very own Jules "Happy" Rone talk about all the cool things happening in Berkeley Springs and Morgan County every Friday morning at 8:30am. Tune into Happy!
West Virginia poised to lead in advanced air mobility according to recent Vertx Partners study.
New Gmail rules start blocking emails--in a good way.
For the first time in two decades, U.S. buys more from Mexico than China.
West Virginia, AWS Tech Alliance to build rural tech skills.
West Virginia is marketing itself to business but will regular people benefit?
Entrepreneurs, it's your time to shine, as you have chance to get a "kickstart" in Marshall County.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available for Bridging Innovation. To learn more, contact Jennifer Wotring.
Don't forget to register and join WV Entrepreneurship Ecosystem call on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 2pm EST. We hope to see you there!
To view all the great events that our resource partners are currently offering entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout #YesWV view our Statewide Online Calendar.
Thanks for reading.
Onward and Upward!
Mark
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Mark Burdette, EDP
Program Coordinator
WV BusinessLink
Direct: 304-352-4156
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Advantage Valley's Regional Housing Study Calls For Significant Development | Advantage Valley commissioned a 10 county regional housing study to assess the availability and affordability of housing across the spectrum of household incomes. With recent increased economic activity and announcements in the region, the study was commissioned to better understand the region’s evolving housing market and attract and encourage residential development to meet current and future housing needs. | | | |
WVU research looks at how experiences at previous jobs motivate start-up operators | When people quit their jobs to launch their own companies, the reasons that motivated them to become entrepreneurs can be major predictors of success, according to West Virginia University management scholar Hyeonsuh Lee. | | | |
SBA Business Resources Activated by Natural Disaster | |
Welcome Neeley Satzer!
WV SBDC names Neeley Satzer as their new, full-time Potomac Highlands Business Coach. She will be serving Grant, Hampshire, Hardy, Mineral, Pendleton, and Tucker counties. She can be reached at Neeley.V.Satzer@wv.gov
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Welcome Jesus Velasco Espin!
Jesus is the New Trade Manager for the WV Export Promotion Program. He will be the primary point of contact for companies in Barbour, Brooke, Cabell, Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Lewis, Marion, Marshall, Mason, Monongalia, Ohio, Pleasants, Preston, Ritchie, Roane, Taylor, Tyler, Wayne, Wetzel, Wirt, and Wood counties. He can be reached at Jesus.Velasco@wv.gov.
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2024 Guy Peduto Award Nominations Now Open | The family of the late Guy Peduto would like to honor his memory by annually recognizing a practitioner who has made great contributions to the development of businesses in West Virginia. | | | |
More resource partner news... | |
RESOURCE PARTNER SPOTLIGHT | |
To view the full calendar of events on WV BusinessLink click here | |
To submit your events on WV BusinessLink click here | |
Episode 103: Veronica Lewis shares uplifting wisdom. | |
Featured Episode: Saran Nurse: Thriving as an Entrepreneur in Urban America. | |
Featured Episode: Peyton Ballard: Bluebirding, outdoor recreation, and entrepreneurship. |
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Featured Episode: Chin Orih with Corporate Cleaning Services.
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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. | |
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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. | |
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National Entrepreneurship Week - February 10-17, 2024
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National Inventors Day - February 11, 2024
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Super LVIII - February 11, 2024
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WV Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Call - February 13, 2024
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Valentine's Day - February 14, 2024
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Presidents' Day - February 19, 2024
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National Leadership Day - February 20, 2024
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Last Day of the 2nd Session of the 86th Legislature - March 9, 2024
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Bridging Innovation Week - April 8-11, 2024 - Huntington, WV
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National Small Business Week - April 28 - May 4, 2024
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SBA Awards WV District - Tentative Dates - May 7 or May 8, 2024
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SBA SBIR/STTR Road Tour - May 17, 2024 - Huntington, WV
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Export resources for small business | |
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. | |
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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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