West Virginia Press Association
MAXWELTON, W.Va. – Greenbrier Valley Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and the Greater Greenbrier Chamber of Commerce are hosting a Small Business Resource Roundup on Wednesday, October 16, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Country Roads Beer Company in White Sulphur Springs.
The open house style event is free and open to the public, offering entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community members a chance to explore valuable business resources available in the Greenbrier Valley.
“Both the EDC and the Chamber are both committed to supporting local businesses. We wanted to bring together businesses and the many resources available to them in one place,” said Ruthana Beezley, Executive Director of the Greenbrier Valley EDC. “We want to show that no matter where a business is in their development, there is likely a resource for them.”
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet local, regional, and state resource partners including:
• Greenbrier Valley EDC
• Greater Greenbrier Chamber of Commerce
• WV Small Business Development Center
• Partner Community Capital
• WV Hive
• WV Women’s Business Center
• Region 1 Workforce Development Board
• WV Department of Agriculture
• USDA Rural Development
• Woodlands Development & Lending
• WV Secretary of State Office
Resource partners offer a variety of services for businesses looking to start or expand a business in our region including business planning and coaching, providing financing through loans or grants, training events, workforce programs, technical assistance funds, and more. Resource partners can still sign up to attend the event by contacting the Greenbrier Valley EDC.
Country Roads Beer Company is located at 697 Main Street East, White Sulphur Springs. Light refreshments will be offered; registration is recommended. Register at: https://bit.ly/smallbusinessresourceroundup.
For additional information, please call (304) 497-4300 or email [email protected].
The Greenbrier Valley EDC’s mission is to strategically facilitate economic growth and higher wages through collaborative partnerships, while preserving the natural beauty and quality of life in the Greenbrier Valley region.
The Greater Greenbrier Chamber of Commerce promotes, connects, and supports the growth and success of area businesses and organizations.
