SUCCESStrategies:
WV Economic Outlook Luncheon
Thursday, Nov. 15
12:15 - 1:30 p.m.
Charleston Civic Center
200 Civic Center Drive

Will West Virginia benefit from the improving national economic outlook?

Will mounting international financial problems impact West Virginia?

Which state sectors show the most promise?

Jose V. Sartarelli, Ph.D., Milan Puskar Dean, WVU College of Business and Economics, will discuss these and other issues at a SUCCESStrategies luncheon to be presented by the Charleston Area Alliance.

The luncheon will immediately follow the 18th Annual West Virginia Economic Outlook Conference to be held Thursday, Nov. 15, at the Charleston Civic Center.

To attend the luncheon, register HERE.

Separate registration is required to attend the Economic Outlook Conference. To register for the conference, click HERE.

This SUCCESStrategies is presented through the generous sponsorship of Kanawha Scales.

Dean Sartarelli will be joined by other experts and business leaders who will share their perspectives on the forecasts and trends presented during the economic outlook conference.

The luncheon will include a lively Q&A session. Registration, which includes lunch, is $25 for members, $35 for future members.

SUCCESStrategies is the Alliance’s premier professional development series.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.

SUCCESStrategies: ‘What’s App With That?’
Thursday, July 12
Noon – 1:15 p.m.
Charleston Area Alliance
1116 Smith Street

For many throughout the state without access to television, radio, newspapers or computers, social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter have been a primary source of vital information during the widespread electrical outage.

The next SUCCESStrategies program, to be held at this Thursday July 12 at noon, will highlight strategies for using new technology tools during a crisis as well as for increasing ROI for ongoing marketing efforts.

Speakers include Delegate Meshea Poore, one of the many public officials who has been keeping constituents up to date on during the storm via social media.

At the program, “What’s App With That?,” a panel of experts will also update attendees on other new media tools, such as blogs, picture and video sharing, as powerful and cost-effective ways to build brand awareness and promote their businesses.

Speakers for the SUCCESStrategies session include:

• Naomi Bays, Chair/CEO for the Arts Council of Kanawha Valley

• Christa Hamra, Director of Sales & Marketing at MotionMasters

• Meshea Poore, attorney and member of the West Virginia House of Delegates

• Mark Wolfe, Owner of Mark Wolfe Design

Individual registrations, which include lunch, are $25 Alliance members/$35 future members.

To register for the event, please click HERE.

SUCCESStrategies is a professional development initiative of the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you

SUCCESStrategies:
‘What’s App With That?’
Thursday, July 12
Noon – 1:15 p.m.
Charleston Area Alliance
1116 Smith Street

New tricks to boost your marketing ROI will be the focus of the next SUCCESStrategies luncheon on Thursday, July 12.

At “What’s App With That?,” a panel of experts will update attendees on new social media techniques to build brand awareness and promote their businesses.

The panel will also discuss using new media, such as blogs, picture and video sharing, as a powerful and cost-effective supplement to traditional marketing.

Speakers for the SUCCESStrategies session include:

• Naomi Bays, Chair/CEO for the Arts Council of Kanawha Valley

• Christa Hamra, Director of Sales & Marketing at MotionMasters

• Mark Wolfe, Owner of Mark Wolfe Design

Individual registrations, which include lunch, are $25 Alliance members/$35 future members. Prices go up $10 each  after July 6.

To register for the event, click HERE.

SUCCESStrategies is a professional development initiative of the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you. 

SUCCESStrategies:
‘Producing and directing our own blockbuster’
Wednesday, April 25
Noon – 1:15 p.m.
DigiSo
1506 Kanawha Blvd. West

If you’re curious what a green screen, “The Colbert Report” and Vision 2030 all have in common, the next SUCCESStrategies event is right up your alley.

Economic development and Vision 2030 updates are on tap for this multimedia-themed SUCCESStrategies luncheon, which will be held Wednesday, April 25.

The luncheon will take place at DigiSo, a new digital arts production studio located on Charleston’s West Side. The studio was recently featured in a Charleston Gazette story, which you can read HERE.

Playing on the digital theme of the location, guests will learn how Vision 2030 intersects with digital media, past and present.

The event’s speakers will be some of the key senior business executives and community leaders who are leading the Vision 2030 task force working groups.

Speakers for the SUCCESStrategies session include:

• Steve Dexter (CEO, Thomas Health Systems)
• Steve Hedrick (Site Leader, Bayer CropScience)
• Tania Hotmer (External Affairs, AEP)
• Kevin DiGregorio (Executive Director, Chemical Alliance Zone)
• Patrick Crane (Policy Specialist, Higher Education Policy Commission)
• Matt Ballard, Drew Dunlap and Cullen Naumoff (Charleston Area Alliance)

Individual registrations are $25 Alliance members/$35 future members. Prices go up $10 each after April 20 at 5 p.m..

To register for the event, click HERE.

SUCCESStrategies is a professional development initiative of the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancelation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.

SUCCESStrategies: ‘Producing and directing our own blockbuster’
Wednesday, April 25
Noon – 1:15 p.m.
DigiSo
1506 Kanawha Blvd. West

Bayer CropScience site leader Steve Hedrick and Thomas Health Systems CEO Steve Dexter are among the area’s business leaders who will deliver an economic development update at the next SUCCESStrategies luncheon on Wednesday, April 25.

The event will take place at DigiSo, a new digital arts production studio located on Charleston’s West Side. The studio was recently featured in a Charleston Gazette story, which you can read HERE.

The program will include a report on Vision 2030, the Alliance’s ongoing 20-year economic development plan.

Playing on the digital theme of the location, guests will learn how Vision 2030 intersects with digital media, past and present.

The speakers will be some of the key senior business executives and community leaders who are leading Vision 2030 task force working groups.

Speakers for the SUCCESStrategies session include:

• Steve Dexter (CEO, Thomas Health Systems)
• Steve Hedrick (Site Leader, Bayer CropScience)
• Tania Hotmer (External Affairs, AEP)
• Kevin DiGregorio (Executive Director, Chemical Alliance Zone)
• Patrick Crane (Policy Specialist, Higher Education Policy Commission)
• Matt Ballard, Drew Dunlap and Cullen Naumoff (Charleston Area Alliance)

Individual registrations are $25 Alliance members/$35 future members. Prices go up $10 each  after April 20.

To register for the event, click HERE.

SUCCESStrategies is a professional development initiative of the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.

SUCCESStrategies: “What’s Up Downtown?”
Thursday, Feb. 9
Noon – 1:15 p.m.
Ramada Charleston Downtown
600 Kanawha Blvd. East

Early bird registration ends Friday for the next exciting installment of SUCCESStrategies, presented by Dixon Hughes Goodman.

Several exciting developments are underway that could change the face of downtown Charleston. Find out what they mean for you, your business and your community at SUCCESStrategies, “What’s Up Downtown?” to be held Thursday, Feb. 9, at the Ramada Charleston Downtown at 600 Kanawha Blvd. East.

(This recent Charleston Daily Mail article provides a good overview of what’s on tap for downtown.)

Speakers for the SUCCESStrategies session include:

• Craig Gossman of MSK2, the consulting firm that is leading the city of Charleston’s 20-year comprehensive planning process. The Clay Center, Capitol Market and Gateway Greenspace are just a few of the major projects that resulted from the last plan, and the new planning process promises to be equally impactful
• Keith McClanahan of BBL Carlton, the company transforming the former Charleston House Hotel on Kanawha Boulevard
• Nelle Chilton, Dickinson Properties, which is involved in the development of the Marriott Courtyard Hotel at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha Rivers
• John Robertson, Charleston Civic Center, which is slated for major upgrades
• Jim Nestor, Blossom Deli
• Susie Salisbury, Alliance vice president of community development and a member of the Charleston City Council

Individual registrations are $25 Alliance members/$35 future members. Prices go up $10 each after this Friday, Feb. 3.

To register for the event, click HERE.

SUCCESStrategies is a professional development initiative of the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more.

Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.

SUCCESStrategies
Tuesday, Nov. 8
12:30 – 1:45 p.m.
Embassy Suites
300 Court St.

Time is running out to early register for the next SUCCESStrategies: WV Economic Outlook luncheon.

On Nov. 8, the 18th Annual WV Economic Outlook Conference (presented by the WVU College of Business and Economics) will be held at the Embassy Suites. The event features forecasts of the coming year’s national and West Virginia economic trends given by nationally recognized analysts.

Following the morning conference, the Charleston Area Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman will host a SUCCESStrategies luncheon featuring speakers from the event.

Separate registration is required for the WV Economic Outlook Conference and the Alliance luncheon.

Click HERE to register for the morning economic event.

Click HERE to register for the SUCCESStrategies luncheon.

SUCCESStrategies is a major educational partnership between the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman to help both large and small business succeed in changing and challenging times.

Reservations for this popular luncheon are limited. Individual registrations are $30 Alliance members/$40 future members. Prices go up $10 each today after 5 p.m.

Reserved tables of eight are $500 for Alliance members/$600 future members.  For sponsorship information, contact jzacks@charlestonareaalliance.org.

The new professional development series showcases high level speakers who bring informed insight into discussions on the issues and trends that are shaping the future of business, both in the Kanawha Valley, and globally.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.

SUCCESStrategies
Tuesday, Nov. 8
12:30 – 1:45 p.m. (new time)
Embassy Suites
300 Court St.

Registration is now open for the next SUCCESStrategies: WV Economic Outlook luncheon.

On Nov. 8, the 18th Annual WV Economic Outlook Conference, presented by the WVU College of Business and Economics) will be held at the Embassy Suites. The event features forecasts of the coming year’s national and state economic trends given by nationally recognized analysts.

Following the morning conference, the Charleston Area Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman will present a SUCCESStrategies luncheon featuring speakers from the event.

Separate registration is required for the WV Economic Outlook Conference and the Alliance luncheon.

Click HERE to register for the morning economic event.

Click HERE to register for the SUCCESStrategies luncheon.

SUCCESStrategies is a major educational partnership between the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman to help both large and small business succeed in changing and challenging times.

Reservations for this popular luncheon are limited. Individual registrations are $30 Alliance members/$40 future members. Prices go up $10 each after Nov. 4.

Reserved tables of eight are $500 for Alliance members/$600 future members.  For sponsorship information, contact jzacks@charlestonareaalliance.org.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you. 

SUCCESStrategies
Monday, Oct. 17
11:45 – 1:15 p.m.
Embassy Suites
300 Court St.

Advance registration ends today for the next SUCCESStrategies: Marcellus Shale: What’s Up Down Under.

Development of the Marcellus Shale natural gas reserves has the potential to transform West Virginia’s economy, bringing with it thousands of new jobs and billions in new capital investments.

Find out what the buzz is all about and what it means for you and your family, your business and our state at the next SUCCESStrategies, to be presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor Dixon Hughes Goodman on Monday, Oct. 17, 11:45 -1:15 p.m. at the Embassy Suites.

Click here to register.

Speakers on the front lines of Marcellus Shale developments will provide attendees with an up-to-the minute report on the natural gas industry, the potential of landing an ethane “cracker” in West Virginia and related regulatory and legislative activity.

Speakers to date include: Corky DeMarco, president, WV Oil and Natural Gas Association; and Steve Hedrick, site manager, Bayer; Scott Rotruck, vice-president of corporate development, Chesapeake Energy; and Dr. Winston Porter, president, Environmental Strategies.

SUCCESStrategies is a major educational partnership between the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman to help both large and small business succeed in changing and challenging times.

Reservations for this event are $30 Alliance members/$40 future members through today, Thursday Oct. 13  at 5 p.m.

Reserved tables of eight, which include program recognition and signage, are $500 for Alliance members; $600 future members.

For more information about reserved tables, contact JoEllen Zacks:  jzacks@charlestonareaalliance.org

The new professional development series showcases high level speakers who bring informed insight into discussions on the issues and trends that are shaping the future of business, both in the Kanawha Valley, and globally.

Please save the date for a special SUCCESStrategies luncheon to follow the annual WV Economic Forecast Conference, to be held Tuesday, Nov. 8, at the Embassy Suites.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.

Development of the Marcellus Shale natural gas reserves has the potential to transform West Virginia’s economy, bringing with it thousands of new jobs and billions in new capital investments.

Find out what the buzz is all about and what it means for you and your family, your business and our state at the next SUCCESStrategies, to be presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor Dixon Hughes Goodman on Monday, Oct. 17, noon-1:15 p.m. at the Embassy Suites.

Click here to register.

Speakers on the front lines of Marcellus Shale developments will provide attendees with an up-to-the minute report on the natural gas industry, the potential of landing an ethane “cracker” in West Virginia and related regulatory and legislative activity.

Speakers to date include: Corky DeMarco, president, WV Oil and Natural Gas Association; and Steve Hedrick, site manager, Bayer; and Dr. Winston Porter, president, Waste Policy Center.

SUCCESStrategies is a major educational partnership between the Alliance and Dixon Hughes Goodman to help both large and small business succeed in changing and challenging times.

Reservations for this event are $30 Alliance members/$40 future members through Oct. 12.  Prices increase by $10 per person after that date.

Reserved tables of eight, which include program recognition and signage, are $500 for Alliance members; $600 future members.

For more information about reserved tables, contact JoEllen Zacks:  jzacks@charlestonareaalliance.org

The new professional development series showcases high level speakers who bring informed insight into discussions on the issues and trends that are shaping the future of business, both in the Kanawha Valley, and globally.

Please save the date for a special SUCCESStrategies luncheon to follow the annual WV Economic Forecast Conference, to be held Tuesday, Nov. 8, at the Embassy Suites.

The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.

The Alliance cannot issue cancellation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.

About Our Featured Speaker: J. Winston Porter
Dr. J. Winston Porter is president of the Waste Policy Center in Leesburg, Va., a private research and consulting organization that deals with environmental management and policy issues related to both governmental and business organizations.

From 1985 to 1989, Dr. Porter was the Assistant Administrator for Solid Waste and Emergency Response at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

As such, he was the national program manager for the Superfund and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act programs.

Among his many accomplishments at the EPA was the establishment of a national goal for recycling 25 percentof the country’s municipal solid wastes, which was achieved in 1995.

Earlier, Dr. Porter was with the environmental department of Bechtel engineering and construction organization, and later directed the $20 billion Jubail Industrial City in Saudi Arabia. He also served as a vice-president of several Bechtel affiliates in the Middle East.