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.

 WVSBDC Offers Small Business Startup Workshop 

5/5/2011 

Moorefield, W.Va. – A workshop that explains how to start your own business is slated for 6 - 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18, in Moorefield. Sponsored by the West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WVSBDC), “How to Start a Small Business” will be held at the Hardy County Rural Development Authority, conference room, 223 North Main Street, Moorefield.

There is no fee. Registration is required at least two days in advance. To register, call 304-530-4964.

The workshop addresses the major elements of small business ownership and a business plan, an essential tool for successfully managing a business and borrowing money. Business ownership includes startup issues, legal structure, licensing and record keeping. Coaching will be offered to new and existing small business owners on developing business plans, financing proposals, budgets and financing options.

The West Virginia Small Business Development Centers are part of the West Virginia Development Office and work with colleges, universities and other host institutions to provide cost-effective business coaching and technical assistance statewide. The SBDC is a program that is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The SBA cannot endorse any products, opinions or services of any external parties or activities. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Mrs. Ludewig at 304-530-4964.

Contact Information

B. Ludewig 
304-530-4964