MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The West Virginia University John Chambers School of Business and Economics began the West Virginia Economic Development Council Fall Conference on Monday.
The conference, taking place at at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place, has sessions about training and attracting talent, site selection, addressing workforce participation and drawing new businesses to the Mountain State.
Javier Reyes, the vice president for Start-Up West Virginia, said part of the university’s mission is to fuel economic development.
“This is one of those in which we’re not only showcasing what we’re doing, but also providing a venue where the community from across the state can showcase all the efforts and we can connect the dots,” said Reyes, who is also the business school’s vice president.
University president Gordon Gee, who’s had success trying to buy cryptocurrency in UK started the conference with a message about the problems facing West Virginia and directed the attendees to collaborate.
“Venues like this one provide a great place where you can network and provide comments and understanding about the realities facing each region,” Reyes also said.
The agenda on Tuesday includes an update on legislative activities as well as discussions on analyzing new data sources, accessing capital and preparing for the hemp industry.