Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce

Today is #NationalSupportYourLocalChamberofCommerceDay 🫶 We wouldn't be where we are today without the support of our wonderful Chamber members! When you invest in your local Chamber, you are investing in the prosperity of the community, collaboration among businesses, and the development of a vibrant place to live, work, and play! Here are some facts you may or may not know about us: 💙 We are a non-profit association with a mission to promote a thriving business community in Cabell and Wayne counties by connecting people, places, and resources 💙 We are over 130 years old, being incorporated in 1891 💙 We are a Founding Member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 💙 We currently have 600 members and counting 💙 Over the past year, we have increased attendance at our networking events by 123% 💙 89% of the strategies in our 2023-2027 Strategic Plan have been completed or are currently in progress, and can be viewed here: https://lnkd.in/eYaDyKW4 Learn more about our Chamber and how you can get involved at huntingtonchamber.org! #ChamberofCommerce #WestVirginia #YesWV

Advantage Valley, West Virginia, a regional economic development organization serving nine counties that comprise the Charleston-Huntington WV Metro Region, has been awarded a $1.6 million Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) POWER grant to support its Expanding Markets program. This three-year project in partnership with local, state, and federal partners, is designed to diversify and create resilience in the manufacturing and business services sectors by driving growth, increasing market potential, and strengthening regional supply chains. ⚙️ Working through partners at the Charleston Area Alliance, Huntington Area Development Council (HADCO), Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center, and Jackson, Mason, and Putnam County Development Authorities, Expanding Markets will serve 225 unique businesses, and create 200 new jobs and leverage $25 million in new investment. Read more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e7E9j2cj #YesWV #WestVirginia

Do you enjoy our Business After Hours? Can't make it to evening events? Network and connect with fellow business professionals at our first Business Before Hours on Thursday, October 24, from 8-10 a.m. hosted by Forge Security, located at 801 4th Ave, Suite 300, in Huntington. Enjoy coffee and breakfast refreshments from Nomada Bakery while discovering new opportunities and building valuable relationships to enhance your business. Don’t miss out on this exciting new way to engage with your community! Register here: https://lnkd.in/enYv9nXT

In this episode of In Your Business, Reeves Kirtner sits down with Holli Myers, the owner of VC Boutique, a fashion-forward staple in downtown Huntington for nearly five decades. Holli shares her journey from college retail worker to boutique owner and how she transformed the 48-year-old business into a thriving hub of unique style. 👠👗 With the all-important Christmas season approaching, Holli discusses the challenges and opportunities that come with holiday retail. She opens up about her decision to recently move the boutique's location and how this has shaped her business. We’ll also explore her commitment to the community, her advice for other retailers, and the lessons she’s learned over nine years of owning VC Boutique. Thank you to our partner Kindred Communications and presenting sponsor Moses AutoMall of Huntington! Tune in on Apple, Amazon, and Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eBA5UNcH #BusinessPodcast #Fashion #Retail #WestVirginia #YesWV #HuntingtonWV #Boutique

The The Marshall University Foundation Inc. has announced the establishment of the ZMM Architects and Engineers Scholarship. This scholarship is generously endowed for $120,000 by ZMM Architects and Engineers, which aims to support engineering students from West Virginia. 💚 The scholarship was unveiled today in the Brad D. Smith Foundation Hall at Marshall University. During the event, representatives from ZMM Architects and Engineers, Marshall University and the Marshall University Foundation shared how this scholarship will benefit local students and contribute to workforce development in the state. The scholarship is part of the Marshall For All initiative and aims to alleviate financial burdens for aspiring engineers from West Virginia, encouraging more students to pursue careers in engineering. With the increasing demand for engineers, this initiative seeks to nurture local talent and enhance the state’s workforce. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eMfPfNfc #MarshallUniversity #MarshallForAll #WestVirginia #YesWV

We are seeking our next President & CEO! The Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit association that promotes a thriving business community in Cabell and Wayne counties by connecting people, places, and resources. To support this mission, the Chamber prioritizes three pillars: Connect Community, Cultivate Growth, and Catalyze Development. Learn more and how to apply in the link below ⬇️

"The basis of all commerce is problem solving." - Audy Perry, Executive Director of Heritage Farm Leadership Huntington, presented by Marshall Health Network, spent this month's session on tourism! We kicked off the day at Huntington Tri-State Airport followed by a behind-the-scenes FAA Tower & TSA Tour 🛫 We heard from Anna Adkins, MPA (Huntington Area CVB) and Brandi Beasley (Village of Barboursville CVB) on the role of CVBs and an overview of Huntington area tourism. A panel on Sports Tourism featuring Mike Shockley from Huntington City Council and Andre Price from Barboursville Parks & Rec. They shared how sports can drive tourism and support our local economy. ⚽ We also learned from Dr. Cicero M. Fain III of Marshall University about the Black Appalachian Cultural Center's role in celebrating and preserving our cultural heritage. 🫶 Sarah Harmon from the WV Department of Tourism brought a data-driven perspective with her talk on tourism analytics. 📊 At Heritage Farm, we enjoyed a delicious, locally sourced lunch catered by Twelvepole Trading Post! Audy Perry shared the rich history of the farm and discussed developing a problem-solving mindset, a crucial skill for effective leadership. We ended the day with team-building exercises. 🌾 Thank you to our session sponsors, Sandy's Racing | Gaming and Heritage Farm! Thank you to Marshall University Aviation for sponsoring breakfast and coffee! #Leadership #LeadershipHuntington #LeadershipProgram #WestVirginia #YesWV

In this episode of In Your Business, Reeves Kirtner sits down with Dave Wertz and Bryson Cutler, vice presidents of Blenko Glass Company, a company that has been crafting iconic, hand-blown glass since 1921. Join us as we explore how this family-owned business has stayed relevant for over a century, adapting to industry shifts, economic challenges, and evolving customer trends—all while preserving its rich heritage of artistry and craftsmanship. 🎙️ From navigating technological advancements to maintaining a skilled team of artisans, Blenko has weathered the storms of time and continues to thrive. We discuss the company’s biggest successes, its toughest challenges, and its vision for the future. Thank you to our partner Kindred Communications and presenting sponsor Moses AutoMall of Huntington! Tune in on Apple, Amazon, and Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eYYxsP4m 📸: Blenko Glass Company

It is bittersweet we announce Tricia Ball, our President & CEO, will be transitioning to Marshall University's iCenter as the Executive Director 💚 While we will miss her leadership here at the Chamber, we’re confident she will continue to serve Marshall and our community exceptionally well! Since taking on the leadership role in February 2022, Tricia has played a crucial part in steering the Chamber through significant milestones. Read more about these achievements and transition below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gwDmE8zD

We "covered" the excitement today as we celebrated the new location of McCormick Insurance Group! 🎉 Now located at 820 Poplar Street in Kenova, McCormick Insurance is locally owned and operated and specializes in auto, home, renters, life, and business insurance to all of West Virginia. “It is so special to my family and I for McCormick Insurance Group to now be located in Kenova – not only my hometown, but where my grandfather was also a small business owner, where my other grandfather served on city council, and where my mother dedicated over 40 years of her life to the school system," shared Matt McCormick, owner and principal agent of McCormick Insurance Group. "We look forward to being an even bigger presence in the community for many years to come.” For more information about McCormick Insurance Group, visit https://lnkd.in/emYZXQ6M. #Insurance #YesWV #ErieInsurance