From small beginnings J.H. Fletcher & Co. rapidly expanded in Huntington, West Virginia, increasing its annual revenue from $50,000 to over $1,000,000 from 1951 to 1956. Originally incorporated in Illinois in 1937, the company relocated to West Virginia in 1947 to better serve its customer base and leverage the state’s skilled workforce and strong network ..read more

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicone and specialty products. Momentive delivers technologies, solutions and processes designed to propel their customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on everyday life from dawn to dusk, and from living rooms to outer space. Their relentless dedication to progress knows ..read more

To get to where you’re going, you have to know where you’ve been. For Sprouse Windows and Doors, that journey began in 1991 in the quiet town of Paden City, WV. Founded by Norman and Beverly Sprouse as Sprouse Aluminum Products in 1972, and later expanded by Jeff and Cecelia Sprouse with Omega Window Systems ..read more

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Jim Justice, the West Virginia Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) and the West Virginia Department of Economic Development (WV DED) welcomed industry leaders to the second annual NDIA West Virginia Chapter meeting on Wednesday, March 20. The event, titled “Building on the Successes of the Defense Industry: An ..read more

East Coast Metal Systems serves as a trusted partner for all architectural metal and exterior envelope system needs. As a full-service fabricator, the company possesses the expertise, resources, and capabilities necessary to guide projects from concept to completion seamlessly. East Coast Metal Systems is dedicated to delivering consistent and reliable metal resources amidst the dynamic ..read more

West Virginia: A Hub for the Metals Industry West Virginia is poised as a strategic hub in the metals industry, boasting an abundance of primary and fabricated metals, machinery, and essential components crucial for metalworking and machinery product manufacturing. The state’s location is central to over 4,000 regional suppliers, providing a comprehensive network of materials ..read more

Hard work meets innovation in the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, and Merco Marine stands as an example of this with its West Virginian and American manufacturing expertise. Based in Wellsburg, West Virginia, since 1979, Merco Marine has become a beacon for quality dock systems, marinas and industrial applications. The company produces an impressive array ..read more

As digital advancements continue to erase traditional business boundaries, expanding beyond domestic markets and entering the world of exporting isn’t a luxury reserved for the largest corporations but a strategic necessity for businesses of all sizes. While there are many markets to consider, we want to highlight growth opportunities in South America, where West Virginia ..read more

CHARLESTON, W.VA —West Virginia Main Street is pleased to announce three new communities have been selected as West Virginia ON TRAC Communities. Moundsville, Marshall County; Ravenswood, Jackson County; and Weston, Lewis County, have been designated as 2024 West Virginia ON TRAC Communities. Communities selected for ON TRAC will receive resources for economic growth through evaluation ..read more

When it comes to economic resurgence in post-COVID-19 world, West Virginia and Latin America have a lot in common. Despite challenges, certain regions and industries in West Virginia are showing signs of growth, similar to Latin America’s rising potential as a global market and symbol of economic recovery. This commonality underscores opportunities for trade and ..read more