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Today is Friday, January 16, 2026.
#1 – From JOBCASE.com/WV – Manufacturing opportunities abound in #YesWV
Manufacturing remains a significant employer and economic pillar in West Virginia, offering diverse job opportunities and contributing to the region’s economic stability. Check out some of the manufacturing companies now hiring in #YesWV.
Learn more: https://www.jobcase.com/articles/manufacturing-in-wv
#2 – From WV ENTREPRENEURSHIP ECOSYSTEM – Register for a virtual monthly meeting supporting entrepreneurs in #YesWV
Join the West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem for its monthly virtual meeting, where partners from across the state come together to share updates, highlight resources, and collaborate on ways to support entrepreneurs. This session features brief presentations, open discussion, and networking opportunities.
Register now:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8geiHIplSxuUzSO009VHYw#/registration
#3 – From WV OUTDOOR ECONOMY Join the inaugural West Virginia Outdoor Economy Summit presented by the Charleston CVB
The West Virginia Outdoor Economy Summit takes place Feb. 17-18 at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. This inaugural event, hosted by The Nature Conservancy and WVU Brad & Alys Smith Outdoor Economic Collaborative, focuses on growing the state’s outdoor recreation sector, highlighting workforce growth, trail development, and sustainable tourism as drivers of local economic impact and community vitality.
Register now: https://www.wvoutdooreconomy.com/?es_id=b8f85e1d8d
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That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.
