West Virginia - Wild and Wonderful

About West Virginia

West Virginia is noted for its mountains and diverse topography, its historically significant logging and coal mining industries, and its political and labor history. It is one of the most densely karstic areas in the world, making it a choice area for recreational caving and scientific research.

Business

West Virginia is full of opportunity for any business with a growing economy and a highly dedicated workforce. Whether you are running an existing business or thinking of starting a new business you can find all of the information you need throughout this business section.

Education

West Virginia is fortunate to have a tremendous education system with a high standard of excellence. Please use the information provided here to learn more about the wealth of educational opportunities in our great state.

Employment

West Virginia is home to one of the finest workforces in the country based on our hard work and commitment to quality. Whether you are looking for new job opportunities, enhancing your job skills or researching future employment trends you can find all of the information you need throughout this employment section.

Family

West Virginia offers the perfect balance of a rural and urban setting that suits a variety of lifestyles. This is a state where you can go whitewater rafting in the morning, go to an art exhibit in the afternoon and attend a concert in the evening. Whether you just moved to the Mountain State or your family has been here since it was founded, you are part of our community.

Health

Maintaining proper health is vital to ensuring the highest quality of life possible. West Virginia strives to provide one of the best health care systems in the country that is affordable and available to all residents of the state. This section contains numerous resources to assist you in accessing the health care services provided in the state.

Tourism

Exhilarate in the lasting beauty and natural wonder scattered throughout West Virginia. From unmatched outdoor recreation to world-class resorts, breathtaking scenery and a variety of cultural and historic attractions, West Virginia is an ideal spot to plan your next adventure. Discover for yourself what makes West Virginia wild and wonderful.

 Governor Tomblin Announces TRG to Create up to 300 New Jobs 

1/17/2012 
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today joins TRG Customer Solutions in announcing that the company plans to create up to 300 new jobs in West Virginia. TRG made the announcement during a press event and open house today at the Beckley facility.

TRG is a leading global business process outsourcing provider of customer management solutions and technologies.

The expansion calls for the immediate addition of 150 jobs in Beckley. TRG will host an open house for job seekers on Jan. 18 and 19, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the facility on 251 Gray Flats Road. By April, TRG expects to have added a total of 300 new jobs.

"I am pleased that TRG continues to grow in West Virginia and provide the kind of good jobs that our people seek," said Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin. "The company's decision to expand its workforce here further demonstrates its confidence in our strong and stable business environment and in the work ethic of our citizens."

TRG centers in Beckley, Charleston and Elkins currently employ nearly 1,000 people.

"TRG is glad to have this opportunity to renew our commitment to the workforce in southern West Virginia," said Michael Lewis, director of operations. "We look forward to filling these new positions with applicants who are serious about building a career with us."

The staffing buildup is the result of the renewal of a long-term contract.

TRG is currently investing $200,000 to remodel and refurbish the Beckley facility.

Contact Information

Jacqueline Proctor 
304-558-2000