Speakers

Monday, 28 October 2024
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  • TitleAntero Resources
  • CompanyDirector, Government Relations
Maribeth Anderson is the Director of Government Relations for Antero Resources, a role she has held since the end of 2017. She brings over a decade of experience in government relations for West Virginia natural gas producers,...

Wednesday, 23 October 2024
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  • TitlePresident
  • CompanyWest Virginia Manufacturers Association
Bill Bissett is the President of the West Virginia Manufacturers Association (WVMA), which represents companies that make products in the Mountain State as well as associate member companies who are dependent on manufacturing...

Tuesday, 05 November 2024
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  • TitleStudent
  • Company4T Academy
Summer Bolen is a 4T Academy/Manufacturing Production student at Ben Franklin Career Center. She is passionate about inspiring younger students and shares her journey to encourage others to consider careers in manufacturing....

Wednesday, 23 October 2024
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  • TitleVice President
  • CompanyPotesta & Associates, Inc.
Dana holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from West Virginia University. He is the Vice President of Potesta & Associates, Inc., a civil, geotechnical, and environmental consulting firm with...

Wednesday, 09 October 2024
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  • TitleExec. VP Benefits, Captive Vertical Leader
  • CompanyAssuredPartners WV
Geoff brings over 25 years of experience in employee benefit plans for employer groups, specializing in employee benefits captives, self-funding arrangements, and employee risk reduction. His expertise extends to educational...

Tuesday, 24 October 2023
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  • TitlePresident & Founder
  • CompanyCoffman Collaborative LLC
Rachel Coffman is the President and Founder of Coffman Collaborative LLC, a strategic communication firm in Charleston, WV, specializing in external and internal stakeholder management through community relations,...

Tuesday, 22 October 2024
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  • TitlePresident & CEO
  • CompanyAC&S, Incorporated
Dean Cordle is the President and Chief Executive Officer of AC & S, Incorporated, a company based in Nitro, West Virginia, specializing in contract manufacturing of specialty chemicals, hazardous materials blending, and...

Tuesday, 22 October 2024
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  • TitleDirector
  • CompanyWorkForce WV
Michael Crown is the Director of Workforce Development, responsible for overseeing Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) activities across West Virginia’s seven workforce development regions. In this role, Michael...

Tuesday, 22 October 2024
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  • TitleSenior Safety & Loss Control Consultant
  • CompanyEncova Insurance
Alicia Cunningham is a Senior Safety and Loss Control Consultant at Encova Insurance, primarily serving the West Virginia area. She partners with underwriters, agents, and clients to evaluate risk, reduce losses, and improve...

Friday, 06 December 2024
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  • TitleDirector, Government Affairs
  • CompanyChemours
Jeff Fritz is the Director of Government Affairs at Chemours, leading state government advocacy nationwide for over a decade. He is passionate about collaborating with elected and appointed state leaders and industry colleagues...

Monday, 04 November 2024
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  • TitleStudent
  • Company4T Academy
Josie Godbey is a 4T Academy/Manufacturing Production student at Ben Franklin Career Center. In the 4T Academy Simulated Workplace, Josie serves as a Group Leader, taking on responsibilities within the program’s hands-on...

Monday, 28 October 2024
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  • TitleActing Cabinet Secretary
  • CompanyWV Dept of Economic Development
Michael Graney was appointed Executive Director of the West Virginia Development Office by Governor Jim Justice in 2018 under the West Virginia Department of Commerce. In May 2021, his role was extended to the newly formed West...

Tuesday, 22 October 2024
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  • TitleManager
  • CompanyJobs & Hope WV
Deb Harris is the Manager for the West Virginia Schools of Diversion & Transition (WVSDT) Reentry Programs and Jobs & Hope WV, a statewide initiative launched by Governor Jim Justice in 2019. The program aims to address...

Monday, 28 October 2024
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  • TitlePresident / CEO
  • CompanyRegional Economic Development Partnership
Josh has been with the Regional Economic Development Partnership (RED) for 20 years, becoming President / CEO in January 2021. Throughout his tenure, RED has collaborated extensively with both domestic and international...

Thursday, 24 October 2024
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  • TitleWV Senate
  • CompanyChair of Economic Development Committee
Senator Jeffries, who represents parts of Kanawha and Putnam Counties, is a successful businessperson and entrepreneur who chairs the West Virginia Senate’s Economic Development Committee. Working collaboratively with the...

Monday, 28 October 2024
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  • TitleCharlotte Lane
  • CompanyPublic Service Commission of West Virginia
Charlotte R. Lane was appointed to the Public Service Commission of West Virginia and named Chairman on July 1, 2019. She previously served on the Commission from 1985-1989 and 1997-2003, holding the Chairman position from...

Thursday, 24 October 2024
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  • TitleRegion Manager
  • CompanyWV Dept of Economic Development
Jim Linsenmeyer, a native of West Virginia, serves as the Region Manager for the West Virginia Department of Economic Development, overseeing the Eastern Panhandle and Potomac Highlands regions. In this role, Jim focuses on...

Wednesday, 23 October 2024
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  • TitleTotal Rewards Manager
  • CompanyICL Americas
With a 20-year distinguished career, Kassie Lycans has developed expertise across various HR functions, including employee recruitment and retention, staff development, mediation, conflict resolution, benefits and compensation,...

Monday, 21 October 2024
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  • TitleHuman Resources Manager
  • CompanyToyota West Virginia
Deana Marcum is the Human Resources Manager at Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia, Inc. (TMMWV) in Buffalo, WV. The plant, which spans 2 million square feet and employs around 2,200 team members, manufactures 4-cylinder...

Thursday, 07 November 2024
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  • TitleDirector of Engineering & Technology Services
  • CompanyAVN Corporation
Rob Nunley is the Director of Engineering & Technology Services at AVN Corporation in South Charleston, West Virginia. In this role, Rob oversees the Chemical Technologies Group, the Health, Safety, Environmental, and...

Tuesday, 22 October 2024
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  • Title4T Academy Instructor
  • CompanyBen Franklin Career Center
Erin Petry is a Career and Technical Education Instructor at Kanawha County Schools. With a diverse background in education, Erin has taught business, math, and graphic design classes. She is currently in her second year as a 4T...

Monday, 04 November 2024
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  • TitleSr. Government Affairs Manager, WV
  • CompanyForm Energy
Libby Reasbeck is the Senior Government Affairs Manager for Form Energy in West Virginia, a role she began in August 2023. Prior to joining Form Energy, Libby spent eight years working with Representative David McKinley in West...

Tuesday, 05 November 2024
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  • TitleManager of Talent and Community Relations
  • CompanyNucor Steel West Virginia
Markee Schindler became the Manager of Talent and Community Relations for Nucor Steel West Virginia on February 4, 2024. Markee initially joined Nucor in October 2022 as a Talent and Community Relations Supervisor. Prior to...

Sunday, 27 October 2024
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  • TitleMesser Americas
  • CompanyHead of Energy
Mr. Stalica currently serves as Head of Energy for Messer Americas and President of Messer Energy Services, both part of the Messer Group, the world’s largest privately held company specializing in industrial, medical, and...

Wednesday, 16 October 2024
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  • TitlePresident & CEO
  • CompanyPaul Wissmach Glass Co.
Jason Wilburn is the President and CEO of The Paul Wissmach Glass Company in Paden City, WV, which he and his wife, Annabelle Javier, purchased in 2021. Established in 1904, Wissmach has continuously operated in Paden City, West...

Thursday, 28 September 2023
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  • TitleMember
  • CompanyWVEUG & Spilman Law
Derrick Williamson is a Member at Spilman Thomas & Battle and serves as the Managing Member of the firm’s Greater Harrisburg, PA, office. With over 30 years of experience in Public Utility and Energy Law, Derrick primarily...

Thursday, 24 October 2024
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  • TitlePresident
  • CompanyConn-Weld Industries, LLC
Marvin Woodie graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and began his career with Conn-Weld Industries in 1986. Throughout his tenure, Marvin has held various roles, starting as...

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