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September 2025

MBA Speaker Series – Transforming A Family Business

September 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Erma Byrd Gallery

Tom’s Plumbing Inc. began serving the plumbing needs of the Kanawha Valley in March 1979.ByApril1996, their service offering was expanded to include heating and cooling, following the purchase of another family-owned business – Mullen Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, Inc. (est. 1950 Tom W Orcutt (son of the founders Thomas D and Antoinette Orcutt) and his wife Nikki, have continued to grow their business model around core values that magnify their employees and customers satisfaction. Their presentation will discuss how they…

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October 2025

MBA Speaker Series – From Public to Policy: The Power of External Communications

October 8 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Erma Byrd Gallery

In this session, Megan Hannah, Director of External Communications at American Water, will share her professional journey into the world of external communications and advocacy. She’ll explore how strategic communication can be a powerful tool to shape public perception, influence policy, and support business growth—especially in complex, regulated industries. Attendees will gain insights into how external communications can drive stakeholder engagement, support legislative outreach, and enhance brand reputation. The presentation will also highlight emerging tools and technologies that are transforming…

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