Ecosystem Partners
Advantage Valley is your go-to resource for starting or expanding your small business, with a wide range of services to support entrepreneurs like you. Our FASTER WV (Fostering Advantages for Start Ups & Entrepreneurial Resurgence in WV) initiative provides a host of resources, including business coaching, technical assistance grants, and access to capital, to help businesses thrive.
Through the FASTER WV Initiative, Advantage Valley and its partners – Unlimited Future, Inc. and the Wyoming County Economic Development Authority – are committed to building a stronger culture of entrepreneurship in the region. You can take advantage of information-packed workshops, one-on-one business coaching, and entrepreneurship training classes at no cost. Plus, eligible businesses can tap into our Revolving Loan Fund to start or scale your business in the region.
Whether you’re a new business owner or a seasoned entrepreneur, Advantage Valley and FASTER WV are here to help you succeed. Let us provide the support and resources you need to take your business to the next level.
The Charleston Area Alliance is a unique organization, bringing Kanawha County’s community and economic development and traditional chamber of commerce offerings under one roof. The CAA attracts and retains innovative industries and workforce, revitalizes urban spaces, and improves the vibe of Charleston, West Virginia, and the Kanawha Valley. Our work is driven by a unified mission and strategic goals:
- Create an inclusive environment in which people want to live, work and play.
- Facilitate downtown housing to create a robust and vibrant community.
- Create growth through the support of existing businesses.
- Serve as the collaborative conduit for property development.
- Create growth through strategic communication, recruiting, and marketing plans.
The West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem connects and identifies opportunities to help entrepreneurs across the state by fostering collaboration and sharing resources. They help small business owners take their dreams further by connecting them with opportunities for success. The ecosystem is open to all organizations in West Virginia interested in entrepreneurial development to share best practices and inspire collaborations.