WV Hive

12/03/2025

Sponsor Spotlight: The Thrasher Group
We’re excited to recognize The Thrasher Group as a Collaborator-Level Sponsor for the NRGRDA and WV Hive 2025 Annual Awards Banquet!
With a long-standing commitment to engineering excellence, community development, and forward-looking project solutions, Thrasher continues to be an important partner in strengthening Southern West Virginia’s economic landscape.
Thank you for supporting WV Hive and helping us uplift the entrepreneurs and organizations driving regional innovation.

12/02/2025

Sponsor Spotlight: Greenbrier Environmental Group
We’re excited to recognize Greenbrier Environmental Group as a Collaborator-Level Sponsor for the NRGRDA and WV Hive 2025 Annual Awards Banquet!
Thank you for helping us celebrate the outstanding entrepreneurs and businesses shaping Southern West Virginia’s future!

12/02/2025

Sponsor Spotlight: Asher Agency
A big thank-you to Asher Agency, our Connector-Level Sponsor for the NRGRDA and WV Hive 2025 Annual Awards Banquet!
We’re grateful for their partnership and for supporting our mission to empower entrepreneurs and strengthen local economies.

12/01/2025

Thank You, E.L. Robinson Engineering!
We’re proud to highlight E.L. Robinson Engineering as the exclusive sponsor of the WV Hive Client Showcase portion of this year's NRGRDA and WV Hive Annual Awards Banquet. Their commitment to high-quality engineering and infrastructure development helps pave the way for strong entrepreneurial growth across Southern West Virginia.
We appreciate your support and partnership as we celebrate the innovative clients who are building our region’s future.

12/01/2025

WV Hive Client Showcase
Come celebrate the incredible entrepreneurs and businesses supported by WV Hive at the NRGRDA and WV Hive 2025 Annual Awards Banquet!
Discover innovative products and services, connect with local small business owners, and experience firsthand the impact of entrepreneurship in Southern West Virginia. This is your chance to see our region’s creativity and talent in action!
📅 Date: December 3, 2025, 10 AM - 2 PM
📍 Location: Historic Black Knight, Beckley, WV

11/29/2025

🛍️ This Small Business Saturday, discover the heart of Southern West Virginia — our local entrepreneurs!
The WV Hive Business Directory features dozens of innovative small businesses supported by the Hive. From handmade goods to professional services, you can find it all right here in our region.
🌐 Explore the directory and shop local today: https://wvhive.com/business-directory/

11/28/2025

🎁 This holiday season, remember that every dollar spent at a small business strengthens our local economy and supports the dreams of your neighbors, friends, and family.
By shopping small, you’re not just buying a product — you’re investing in the people and places that make Southern West Virginia special. 💛
Let’s make this season one of community, connection, and local pride!

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, the WV Hive team is grateful for the inspiring entrepreneurs, dedicated partners, and supportive communities that make Southern West Virginia thrive.
Your passion, creativity, and resilience drive the innovation that’s shaping a brighter future for our region.
From all of us at the WV Hive — Happy Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025

NRGRDA/WV Hive Celebrates Opening of Summersville Office
This new Nicholas County location will serve as a central hub for NRGRDA programming, including the WV Hive Network, offering resources and services that foster business growth, community development, and innovation throughout the region.

“We are thrilled with the excitement and support we’ve received from the Summersville community,” said Jina Belcher, executive director of NRGRDA. “This office represents our ongoing commitment to bringing resources closer to the people and businesses we serve across southern West Virginia.”
Thank you to everyone that attended the event!

The Summersville office is open by appointment only. To learn more or schedule a visit, please visit
www.nrgrda.org or www.wvhive.com.

11/21/2025

The WV Hive offices will be closed November 24-28, 2025 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen Monday, December 1, 2026.

11/19/2025

And the finalists are… Ready to make some noise! Join us TOMORROW Nov 20 at 5:30 p.m. at Concord University as five inspired entrepreneurs pitch their big ideas and compete for top prizes in the Pitch Southern WV Business Idea Competition.

Meet our finalists:
• Alexander Durand – Mountain Table (Greenbrier)

• Brian Dennis – Music Series (Fayette)

• Elizabeth Love – NRG Video (Fayette)

• Isaiah Beckett – 10 House Music (Logan)

• Natasha Zoe – JarHeads Kitchen (Monroe)

What’s at stake?
• 1st Place: $3,500 Cash + $6,500 Technical Assistance

• 2nd Place: $1,500 Cash + $3,500 Technical Assistance

• Honorable Mentions + Audience Favorite prize too!

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required — don’t miss your chance to support these entrepreneurs and cast your vote for the Audience Choice award.
https://wvhive.com/2025/11/wv-hive-announces-five-finalists-for-november-20-southern-wv-business-idea-pitch-competition/

The West Virginia Hive has announced the five entrepreneurs selected to present their business strategies at the Pitch Southern West Virginia Business Idea Competition at 5:30 p.m. November 20, 2025, at Concord University in Athens, W.Va.

11/19/2025

Tomorrow’s the big day!
Don’t miss Pitch Southern West Virginia 2025 — where local entrepreneurs pitch their ideas, compete for over $20,000, and inspire the future of our region.
Doors open at 5:00 PM | Pitches begin at 5:30 PM
📍 University Point, Concord University
Free entry — just register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pitch-southern-west-virginia-2025-tickets-1505139545899?aff=oddtdtcreator
Come support innovation in Southern West Virginia!