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a service of the WV Small Business Development Center
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May 9, 2024 | Volume 3, Issue 32 | |
Think WV BusinessLink First | |
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Hi there,
Me again, Mark Burdette from WV BusinessLink. IMPORTANT: Due to Election Day, May 14, 2024, the May meeting of the West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem will be pushed to Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2pm EST. Be sure to update your existing calendar invite or re-register for the series at this link now. Now, let's get into your weekly dose of business news and things you need to know across the great state of West Virginia. Here we go!
SCAN, CLICK, and READ
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APPLY NOW: Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is now open to WV applicants
- West Virginia one of three states with federal broadband plan approval
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Chemical Alliance Zone (CAZ) 2024 Spring Members Meeting will be held May 23, 2024 at 3pm at WVRTP
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SHOW OF HANDS: Four local businesses announced for Wednesday, May 15, 2024 event
- Officials discuss economic impact of Charleston's future Capital Sports Center
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PRESS RELEASE: WV SBDC participates in first-ever Child Care Roundtable at White House
- New River Gorge is 8th-best national park in America
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Net neutrality revival set to ensure level startup playing field
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Economic growth in the state ag sector continues
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OPINION: Charting a course for prosperity: Reflections from the Future Forward Event
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Independent start-ups don't stay small long in West Virginia
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PRESS RELEASE: Department of Commerce Announces New Actions to Implement President Biden’s Executive Order on AI
- Small Business Week 2024: How Small Businesses Impact Our Economy
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Main Street Backs CTA Repeal
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Advantage Valley to Redevelop Putnam County Manufacturing Plant
- WVU Economist: Expansion of manufacturing could improve state's economic outlook
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STUDY: Do Accelerators Improve Startup Success Rates? Article | Study
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IMPORTANT: Road Closures - Upcoming Bicycle Race - Charleston, WV beginning Monday, May 13, 2024 thru Sunday, May 19, 2024 - View Traffic Information
- Registration for the WV Association of Regional Councils 2024 Annual Conference in Charles Town, WV is now open
- West Virginia broadband application deadline extended, additional funding announced
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OPINION: AI doesn't threaten humanity. Its owners do
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Revolution's Steve Case says the U.S. needs to double down on Entrepreneurship
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Fairmont company Agile5 named Small Business Person of the Year by SBA
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FTC announces rule banning noncompetes
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Advantage Valley Inc. receives grant from Truist Foundation
- FasterWV Marketing Workshop Series in Huntington on May 2, 9, and 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - Register Now
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Parthian Battery Solutions is jump-starting second-life battery production
- Businesses can help shape education in West Virginia, Nucor official says
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Invest Appalachia fund closes with $35M for community-first impact investing
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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With the ACP at risk of ending, lower-income families could lose internet access | |
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is now open to WV applicants | Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is designed for business owners who have a business poised for growth. They have helped entrepreneurs across the country grow their businesses for over a decade by offering a free practical business training program, access to capital, and personalized support services. | | | |
A Step-By-Step Guide to Launching Your Startup | |
Embarking on the journey to launch a startup can be exhilarating, but scary. It requires not only a groundbreaking idea, but also a strategic plan to breathe life into your vision. With numerous factors to consider, understanding how to navigate the business landscape effectively is crucial for budding entrepreneurs.
In this blog post we want to give you a structured path to creating your startup dream and transforming it into a reality. Here’s a business startup checklist and everything you need to know…
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Secretary of State Mac Warner Reports 1,193 New WV Business Registrations for April of 2024 | The WV Secretary of State’s Office registered 1,193 new businesses statewide during the month of April according to Secretary of State Mac Warner. Barbour County led the state in the percentage of new business growth with a total of 14 new business registrations, a 1.97% increase. The Secretary of State’s Business Division reported that Wirt, Doddridge, Webster and Lincoln County also experienced notable growth during the month. | | | |
RESOURCE PARTNER SPOTLIGHT | |
To view the full calendar of events on WV BusinessLink click here | |
To submit your events on WV BusinessLink click here | |
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One USDA Beginning Farming and Ranching Webinar Series for Transitioning Service Members, Veterans, and Military Spouses
USDA
April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, and May 21, 2024 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Register Now
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Information Sessions
Goldman Sachs
Essentials of SBIR/STTR Commercialization Planning
TechConnect and WV SBDC
May 15, 2024 at 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Register Now
2024 National AANHPI Business Summit
Minority Business Development Agency
May 15, 2024 from 1:00-6:00pm
Register Now
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SBIR Road Tour
TechConnect, MAMC, WV SBDC
May 17, 2024 at 11:00AM
Huntington, WV
Register Now
2024 CAZ Spring Members Meeting
Chemical Alliance Zone (CAZ)
May 23, 2024 at 3:00PM
WV Regional Technology Park
Hendrickson Conference Room, Building 2000, South Charleston, WV
2024 WV Bioscience Summit
Bioscience Association of WV
May 29, 2024 at 9:00am-2:00pm
Huntington, WV
Register Now
2024 Annual Conference
WV Association of Regional Councils
July 29-31, 2024
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
Register Now
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Episode 109: Youth Pastor Dylan Frercks Shares Generational Wisdom | |
Featured Episode: Saran Nurse: Thriving as an Entrepreneur in Urban America | |
Featured Episode: Kate Boytek |
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Featured Episode: Karen and Christian Higgins - Brownie House | |
Episode Four: Well Educated |
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Episode 30: The Future of the World Economy with Ajay Banga of the World Bank. | |
Elsewhere Alpha is a weekly podcast that explores ways to attract private capital outside of the major hubs like NY, CA, and MA in places like WV. | |
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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National Small Business Week - April 28 - May 4, 2024
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SBA SBIR/STTR Road Tour - May 17, 2024 - Huntington, WV
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WV Bioscience Summit - May 29, 2024 - Huntington, WV
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SBIR/STTR Spring Innovation Conference - June 17-18, 2024 National Harbor, MD
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WV Association of Regional Councils 2024 Annual Conference - July 29-31, 2024
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ARC Annual Conference: Advancing Appalachia - September 4-5, 2024 - Chattanooga, TN
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West Virginia Makes Festival - October 11, 2024 - Huntington, WV
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Export resources for small business |
Apply now for the Governor's Export Awards. Complete and submit your application by Wednesday, May 15, 2024. If you have any questions, contact Caitlin Ashley-Lizarraga by calling 304-352-3997 or send her an email caitlin.lizarraga@wv.gov. | |
NEW JOB POSTING: Partner Community Capital is seeking an Energy Program Manager to join their growing team. Here is the link to the position and how candidates can apply. | |
NEW JOB POSTING: The WV Hub is hiring for a program coordinator to manage programs and activities related | |
NEW JOB POSTING: Generation West Virginia is seeking a Marketing and Communications Manager. The Marketing and Communications Manager will plan, coordinate, and execute the organization’s marketing strategies, communications, and public relations activities. This position requires the ability to keep the big picture in focus, tying all marketing activity back to organizational goals. Learn more about the Marketing and Communications Manager role with Generation West Virginia here. | |
NEW JOB POSTING: New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) is seeking a VISTA to help build capacity and help accelerate development within the New River Gorge Region. Apply for the NRGRDA Regional Communications Coordinator VISTA position here. | |
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Do you have any positions available? Contact us to have them posted here!
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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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