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Economic-Outlook-Scheduled-for-Sept-10

Jul 23, 2025

Economic Outlook Scheduled for Sept. 10

West Virginia Business Roundtable is proud to co-sponsor – with City National Bank – the 2025 West Virginia Economic Outlook, presented by John Deskins – assistant dean and BBER director at the WVU John Chambers College of Business and Economics – and hosted by the University of Charleston.

Economic-Outlook-Scheduled-for-Sept-10

Jul 23, 2025

Economic Outlook Scheduled for Sept. 10

West Virginia Business Roundtable is proud to co-sponsor – with City National Bank – the 2025 West Virginia Economic Outlook, presented by John Deskins – assistant dean and BBER director at the WVU John Chambers College of Business and Economics – and hosted by the University of Charleston.

CEOs-Weigh-in-on-Investing-in-American-Workers-Expanding-Career-Opportunities

Jul 21, 2025

CEOs Weigh in on Investing in American Workers, Expanding Career Opportunities

Business Roundtable recently hosted its CEO Workforce Forum focused on “Investing in U.S. Workers” at the Capital Turnaround. During the half-day convening, leading CEOs participated in a series of in-depth conversations about how large employers are creating new pathways for workers, including expanding opportunities in skilled trades and manufacturing.

CEOs-Weigh-in-on-Investing-in-American-Workers-Expanding-Career-Opportunities

Jul 21, 2025

CEOs Weigh in on Investing in American Workers, Expanding Career Opportunities

Business Roundtable recently hosted its CEO Workforce Forum focused on “Investing in U.S. Workers” at the Capital Turnaround. During the half-day convening, leading CEOs participated in a series of in-depth conversations about how large employers are creating new pathways for workers, including expanding opportunities in skilled trades and manufacturing.

South-Carolinas-Globalized-Economy

Jul 14, 2025

South Carolina's Globalized Economy

When John Lummus moved to Greenville, S.C., from his nearby hometown of Anderson in 1995, he says there were only three restaurants where he could go for lunch in the downtown area. Today, he has his pick of 238.

South-Carolinas-Globalized-Economy

Jul 14, 2025

South Carolina's Globalized Economy

When John Lummus moved to Greenville, S.C., from his nearby hometown of Anderson in 1995, he says there were only three restaurants where he could go for lunch in the downtown area. Today, he has his pick of 238.

Secretary-Chris-Wright-Emphasizes-E2809CAll-of-the-AboveE2809D-Strategy

Jul 02, 2025

Secretary Chris Wright Emphasizes “All-of-the-Above” Strategy

West Virginia Business Roundtable President Karen Price on Wednesday attended a virtual briefing with U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, hosted by the Colorado Business Roundtable. It was a valuable opportunity to hear directly from DOE leadership on current priorities and the role of business in shaping a more reliable, innovative, and secure energy future.

Secretary-Chris-Wright-Emphasizes-E2809CAll-of-the-AboveE2809D-Strategy

Jul 02, 2025

Secretary Chris Wright Emphasizes “All-of-the-Above” Strategy

West Virginia Business Roundtable President Karen Price on Wednesday attended a virtual briefing with U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, hosted by the Colorado Business Roundtable. It was a valuable opportunity to hear directly from DOE leadership on current priorities and the role of business in shaping a more reliable, innovative, and secure energy future.

Intuit-Partners-with-Marshall-University

May 29, 2025

Intuit Partners with Marshall University

Over the last two days, Intuit flew a group of Marshall students to San Diego for an unforgettable experience. This was an extension of the work that resulted from Intuit's recent visit to Huntington when they announced their commitment to a Prosperity Hub in downtown Huntington and 250 jobs for our students in the coming year. Intuit's investment and impact has been nothing short of inspiring!

Intuit-Partners-with-Marshall-University

May 29, 2025

Intuit Partners with Marshall University

Over the last two days, Intuit flew a group of Marshall students to San Diego for an unforgettable experience. This was an extension of the work that resulted from Intuit's recent visit to Huntington when they announced their commitment to a Prosperity Hub in downtown Huntington and 250 jobs for our students in the coming year. Intuit's investment and impact has been nothing short of inspiring!

WV-Business-Roundtable-Hosts-States-Business-Leaders-at-Spring-Meeting

May 14, 2025

WV Business Roundtable Hosts State's Business Leaders at Spring Meeting

More than 75 of the top business leaders in West Virginia participated in the West Virginia Business Roundtable's Spring Meeting at the Pete Dye Golf Club in Bridgeport.

WV-Business-Roundtable-Hosts-States-Business-Leaders-at-Spring-Meeting

May 14, 2025

WV Business Roundtable Hosts State's Business Leaders at Spring Meeting

More than 75 of the top business leaders in West Virginia participated in the West Virginia Business Roundtable's Spring Meeting at the Pete Dye Golf Club in Bridgeport.

WV-Business-Roundtable-hosts-dozens-of-state-business-leaders

May 13, 2025

WV Business Roundtable hosts dozens of state business leaders

Organizers said the goal of the roundtable is to create opportunities for growth and wealth for all West Virginians. Also in attendance Monday were the presidents of local universities, including West Virginia University’s president-elect, Michael Benson.

WV-Business-Roundtable-hosts-dozens-of-state-business-leaders

May 13, 2025

WV Business Roundtable hosts dozens of state business leaders

Organizers said the goal of the roundtable is to create opportunities for growth and wealth for all West Virginians. Also in attendance Monday were the presidents of local universities, including West Virginia University’s president-elect, Michael Benson.

Marshall-UniversityE28099s-iCenter-and-gener8tor-supercharge-West-Virginia-startup-scene-announce-new-gBETA-accelerator

May 13, 2025

Marshall University’s iCenter and gener8tor supercharge West Virginia startup scene, announce new gBETA accelerator

Global venture firm and startup accelerator, gener8tor, in partnership with the Marshall University Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (“iCenter”), announced the inaugural gBETA at Marshall’s iCenter, made possible by a generous donation from the Huntington National Bank. The accelerator focuses on early-stage companies working across all industries.

Marshall-UniversityE28099s-iCenter-and-gener8tor-supercharge-West-Virginia-startup-scene-announce-new-gBETA-accelerator

May 13, 2025

Marshall University’s iCenter and gener8tor supercharge West Virginia startup scene, announce new gBETA accelerator

Global venture firm and startup accelerator, gener8tor, in partnership with the Marshall University Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (“iCenter”), announced the inaugural gBETA at Marshall’s iCenter, made possible by a generous donation from the Huntington National Bank. The accelerator focuses on early-stage companies working across all industries.

Tariff-impact-on-US-economy-like-E28098driving-through-fogE28099-says-FedE28099s-Barkin

May 12, 2025

Tariff impact on U.S. economy like ‘driving through fog,’ says Fed’s Barkin

Tom Barkin, addressing a meeting of the West Virginia Business Roundtable on Monday evening at Pete Dye Golf Club, said businesses have the same set of options before them as the driver trying to traverse a treacherous road.

Tariff-impact-on-US-economy-like-E28098driving-through-fogE28099-says-FedE28099s-Barkin

May 12, 2025

Tariff impact on U.S. economy like ‘driving through fog,’ says Fed’s Barkin

Tom Barkin, addressing a meeting of the West Virginia Business Roundtable on Monday evening at Pete Dye Golf Club, said businesses have the same set of options before them as the driver trying to traverse a treacherous road.

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