Upper Ohio Valley Regional Tourism Group

13/06/2024

We want to thank Jennifer Rohrig and her WV Economic Development team for the opportunity to showcase our WV business.

Video in link:

https://westvirginia.gov/building-stronger-simpler-and-aesthetically-pleasing-dock-systems-amd-continues-to-say-yeswv/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuFWsMzGW0g American Muscle Docks & Fabrication LLC, based in Wellsburg, WV, has been a key player in the marine industry since its inception. Established in 2012, the company's mission is clear: to construct robust, user-friendly, and visually appealing ...

11/06/2024

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Check out the latest feature from the Cross Creek County Park, Pennsylvania dock system installed in 2023. The informative article was written by our very own Marc Hannah for PRB+ Magazine. Excerpt from article: Cross Creek County Park, located in Washington County, Pa., is the county’s largest pa...

31/05/2024

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WHEELING – Officials in Wheeling hoped the docks at the Wheeling Island Marina that were washed away by the April floods could be replaced in time for the July 4 holiday. It turns out that installation of the new and improved docks should be completed this week. Crews from American Muscle Docks & ...

30/05/2024

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A special edition Tuxedo dock found its home. This dock is comprised of a structural fiberglass composite frame and deck material connected with our industry-leading metal dock hardware. It is built to outlast Mother Nature herself...

28/05/2024

In business and need some quick tips to help your business grow? Join us on June 3 for the last Inspiring You workshop of the season. Simply register on the WVSBDC site as a client and check out the training calendar for upcoming events.

Register for the June 3rd workshop and attend in person or on line!

28/05/2024

Prospective entrepreneur?
Check out all of the resources available to you before you register your business:
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The West Virginia One Stop Business Portal is designed to help you along every step of the way in making your business a success.

22/05/2024

May has all sorts of military related events....

Loyalty Day (May 1) - A day to reaffirm loyalty to the United States.
Spouse Appreciation Day (Friday before Mother’s Day).
V-E Day (May 8) - Marks the end of hostilities in Europe in World War II.
Children of Fallen Patriots Day (May 13) - Set aside to remind us to remember and care for those who lost military parents.
Armed Forces Day (Third Saturday in May)
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May (May 27) - This day originally honored Civil War dead. It now honors all service members and veterans who died while in service.

Regardless of the holiday, we honor and thank all who have served in the military!

14/05/2024

Are you a small business and seeking ideas and skills to building you business? Join Inspiring You in June.

Register through the WVSBDC web site.

18/04/2024

Are you ready to start a business?

This WVSBDC Training Program is very worthwhile.

-FREE Event - - This ON-LINE Business Fundamentals Workshop is designed specifically for people who are thinking of starting a business, or have had a business for one year or less. The workshop provides essential information about the things an entrepreneur needs to know to start and manage a ne

18/04/2024

The next Inspiring You workshop is scheduled for April 29. Register early!

REGISTER THROUGH WVSBDC
https://wvsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33492

Tht workshop is FREE!Public Speaking Skills - Present Powerfully to Every Audience!

Date: 4/29/2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EDT)
Status: Open - 98 places remaining

Registration Deadline: 4/29/2024 12:00 PM (EDT)
Fee: No Fee

Point of Contact: Steve Roberts (304) 553-6299
Location: 945 Main St, Wellsburg WV 26070-1629

Training Topics: Customer Relations, Marketing/Sales

Description:

Public Speaking Skills - Present Powerfully to Every Audience!

DESCRIPTION:
What presentation style works for any audience? In PART II of this two-session workshop series for entrepreneurs, join New York University professors, award-winning co-authors, and TEDxTalk presenters, Professor Dan Bullock and Professor Raúl Sánchez, as they reveal the powerful presentation strategies used by today’s successful business leaders. Discover how to connect with everyone in the room, influence stakeholders, and create opportunities using key techniques for delivering a winning pitch.

This workshop is especially helpful if you are entering a Pitch or Business Plan Competition soon.

PARTICIPANTS WILL GAIN:
Discover how to develop a “powerful presentation style” that resonates with any audience.
Acquire key pitching techniques for impactful communication in the new world of work.
Gain successful presentation strategies + purposeful tips used by today’s successful business leaders.

ABOUT THE PRESENTERS:

Professor Raúl Sánchez is an award-winning professor of intercultural business communications and the corporate program coordinator at New York University’s School of Professional Studies. He has delivered corporate trainings for the United Nations, Bloomberg, and Anheuser Busch. Raúl was awarded the NYU Teaching Excellence Award and has written for Harvard Business Review as well as been a writing consultant for Barnes & Noble Press and PBS.

Professor Dan Bullock is a professor of intercultural communication at both the New York University’s School of Professional Studies and the NYU Stern School of Business, teaching business communication, linguistics, and public relations. Previously, Dan was also the director of corporate communications at a leading NYC public relations firm, managing multi-platform media communication strategies for a diverse roster of corporate clients.

**Special giveaways include the chance to win a FREE copy of the presenters’ award-winning book “How to Communicate Effectively with Anyone, Anywhere” (Career Press).

Instructions:
5:30 pm: Sign-in and Networking. 6:00pm: Workshop Begins. This training is available in-person and virtually. The in person training is held in the River Room at the Brooke County Library and Visitor Center. Registrants also have the option of participating virtually.

Details for online participation will be emailed to registrants.

15/04/2024

In business or thinking about beig in business?

Join the WVSBDC as a client and tap a variety of resources including free training!

https://wvsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33491?embedded=0

12/03/2024

OVBAC ANNOUNCEMENT:

We are seeking entrepreneurs who want to share their business concept and compete for up to $10,000 in cash and prizes in the OVBAC PITCH CONTEST, schedule for May 21, 2024, 6 - 8 pm at the Brooke High School Auditorium!

The Ohio Valley Business Alliance Corporation (OVBAC) has decided to extend its Pitch Contest Application Deadline from March 11 to Friday, March 29.

Individuals or small businesses who are interested in participating in this special event can request an APPLICATION by writing to [email protected].

PS - Be sure to register with the WV Small Business Development Center and take advantage of the INSPIRING YOU workshops that will help you be successful.

Please share this post with everyone that could be interested in this GREAT opportunity! Thanks so much!

12/03/2024

OVBAC ANNOUNCEMENT:

The Ohio Valley Business Alliance Corporation is sponsoring two major initiatives:

- The INSPIRING YOU Entrepreneurship Workshop Series

- The OVBAC PITCH CONTEST for Brooke-Hancock Counties is scheduled May 21. We have decided to extend the application deadline to March 29. If you are interested in participating, email [email protected] for an application.

Sign up for our upcoming workshops through

WV SBDC coaches offer Business Fundamentals workshops at different locations around the state. Business Fundamentals is designed specifically for people

12/03/2024

The OVBAC has announced several upcoming workshops that you will definitely want to attend.

Registration is open now and please share this posting with those who may also be interested.

12/03/2024

ATTENTION ENTREPRENEURS & PITCH CONTEST PARTICIPANTS!!!!!!

Please enroll in this upcoming workshop and share this posting!

07/03/2024

05/03/2024

https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

FREE International Women's Day 2024 campaign theme resources to Inspire Inclusion -

03/03/2024

ATTENTION — Brooke-Hancock County residents...

Planning to start a new business or scale up an existing one?
Participating in a Pitch Contest can be a great way to promote your business, explore resources, and compete for funding to support your venture!

If you are planning to start a business, or just started a business, or are expanding your small business -- in Brooke or Hancock counties -- consider entering the OVBAC Pitch Contest.

REQUEST AN APPLICATION:
[email protected]

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
March 11, 2024.

PITCH APPLICATION FORM (PDF):
https://drive.google.com/.../1xBpkRrmAsb4CBgu2JEK.../view...

GET BONUS POINTS FOR YOUR PRESENTATION: Attend INSPIRING YOU workshops to add to your competitive advantage -- check out the WVSBDC Training Calendar!

PLEASE SHARE WITH INDIVIDUALS & ORGANIZATIONS WHO MAY HAVE AN INTEREST. THANK YOU!

20/02/2024

https://wvsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33490

Social Media - Successful or Stressful? Part of the INSPIRING YOU! Series for Entrepreneurs Social media is an important tool for today's entrepreneur, but it can be intimidating. This workshop will help ease the anxiety and provide some helpful hints for acheiving success. Workshop Objectives: Shar

16/02/2024

ATTENTION — Brooke-Hancock County residents...
Planning to start a new business or scale up an existing one?
Participating in a Pitch Contest can be a great way to promote your business, explore resources, and compete for funding to support your venture!
If you are planning to start a business, or just started a business, or are expanding your small business -- in Brooke or Hancock counties -- consider entering the OVBAC Pitch Contest.

REQUEST AN APPLICATION:
[email protected]

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
March 11, 2024.

PITCH APPLICATION FORM (PDF):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xBpkRrmAsb4CBgu2JEKZ0oj9cmsxY7MW/view?usp=drive_link

GET BONUS POINTS FOR YOURU PRESENTATION: Attend INSPIRING YOU workshops to add to your competitive advantage -- check out the WVSBDC Training Calendar next week!!!

15/02/2024

ATTENTION — Brooke-Hancock County residents...

Planning to start a new business or scale up an existing one?

Participating in a Pitch Contest can be a great way to promote your business, explore resources, and compete for funding to support your venture!

If you are planning to start a business, or just started a business, or are expanding your small business -- in Brooke or Hancock counties -- consider entering the OVBAC Pitch Contest.

REQUEST AN APPLICATION:
[email protected]

APPLICATION FORM LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xBpkRrmAsb4CBgu2JEKZ0oj9cmsxY7MW/view?usp=drive_link

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
March 11, 2024.

GET BONUS POINTS FOR YOURU PRESENTATION: Attend INSPIRING YOU workshops to add to your competitive advantage -- check out the WVSBDC Training Calendar next week!!!

11/02/2024

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ATTENTION — Brooke-Hancock County residents...

Planning to start a new business or scale up an existing one?

Promote your business, explore resources, and compete for funding to support your venture by entering the OVBAC Pitch Contest.

Applications can be requested by writing to [email protected]

Application Deadline: March 8, 2024.

Inspiring You workshops can add to your competitive advantage!!!

01/02/2024

Calling all entrepreneurs....register for this free INSPIRING YOU workshop presented through our partnership with the WVSBDC.

You can attend in person or online:
https://wvsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33484

This workshop will benefit you regardless of your business development stage...

Business and Financial Planning

27/01/2024

Entrepreneurs! Our next Inspiring You workshop, Business and Financial Planning, is scheduled for February 5. Join us!

Click on the link and register as soon as possible for February 5th.

Business and Financial Planning

24/01/2024

Small business owners can always benefit from workshops and resources about Business and Financial Planning!

Registration is now open -

Business and Financial Planning

04/01/2024

Inspiring entrepreneursof all ages - sign up now!

29/12/2023

The best is yet to come! May God bless you and your family throughout the year with health, happiness, and good fortune!

27/11/2023

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21/11/2023

Best wishes to all for a safe, blessed, healthy , and happy Thanksgiving holiday!