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The Team
The team is committed to driving the state’s economy and ensuring that West Virginia is positioned competitively for new investment. We strive to increase prosperity and quality of life in West Virginia by helping businesses locate to a new site, expand existing facilities, export goods and provide training to employees.
The Business and Industrial Development Division team can provide resources, data and contacts to help your site search yield positive and cost-effective results. The team managers have extensive backgrounds in business development. We are dedicated to your organization’s success in the Mountain State.
Through our offices, your company receives personal attention and support for site location research, data analysis, referrals, site tours and expertise related to permitting requirements. A team member will help find business solutions and assist with vital community connections to add value to your search. We understand the value of your time and the importance of your tasks when it comes to the success of your business.
Leadership
![Mitch-Carmichael](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Mitch-Carmichael.jpg)
Mitch Carmichael
Secretary, West Virginia
Department of Economic Development
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Mike Graney
Executive Director, Department of Economic Development
Michael.R.Graney@wv.gov
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Todd Hooker
Deputy Executive Director Todd.E.Hooker@wv.gov
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Stephen Spence
Director, International Division
Stephen.E.Spence@wv.gov
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Andy Malinoski
Director, Marketing and Communications
Andy.E.Malinoski@wv.gov
![Steve-Johnson](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Steve-Johnson.jpg)
Steve Johnson
Director, Small Business Development Center
Steve.D.Johnson@wv.gov
![Jennifer-Ferrell](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Jennifer-Ferrell.jpg)
Jennifer Ferrell
Director, Community Advancement
Jennifer.L.Ferrell@wv.gov
![Kelly Workman](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Kelly-Workman.jpg)
Kelly Workman
Director, Broadband
Kelly.A.Workman@wv.gov
International Division
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Stephen Spence
Director, International Division
Stephen.E.Spence@wv.gov
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Hollie Hubbert
General Manager, Asia Pacific
Hollie.M.Hubbert@wv.gov
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Angela Mascia
General Manager, Europe
Angela.Mascia@wv.gov
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Caitlin Ashley-Lizarraga
Manager, International Trade
Caitlin.Lizarraga@wv.gov
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Atsuko Murayama
Representative, Japan Office
murayama@westvirginia.or.jp
![Ricky Lee](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ricky-Lee.jpg)
Ricky Lee
Representative,
WV Taiwan Office
ricky@westvirginia.org.tw
![Jesus-Velasco](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jesus-Velasco.jpg)
Jesus Velasco
Manager, International Trade
Jesus.Velasco@wv.gov
Business Attraction
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Mike Graney
Executive Director, West Virginia Department of Economic Development
Michael.R.Graney@wv.gov
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Todd Hooker
Deputy Executive Director Todd.E.Hooker@wv.gov
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Meghan Smith
Manager, Business Development
Meghan.E.Smith@wv.gov
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Samantha Smith
Manager, Business Development
Samantha.Smith@wv.gov
![Kelsey_Staggers](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Kelsey_Staggers.jpg)
Kelsey Staggers
Manager, Business Development
Kelsey.E.Staggers@wv.gov
![j-eric-clark](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/j-eric-clark.jpg)
Eric J. Clark
Manager, Business Development
Eric.J.Clark@wv.gov
![Michael Garcia](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Michael-Garcia.jpg)
Michael Garcia
Manager, Business Development
Michael.P.Garcia@wv.gov
![Ted-Smith](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ted-Smith.jpg)
Clarence “Ted” Smith Jr
Manager, Business Development
Clarence.T.Smith@wv.gov
Business Retention & Expansion
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Todd Hooker
Deputy Executive Director Todd.E.Hooker@wv.gov
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Matt Borror
Manager, Business Retention and Expansion
Matthew.K.Borror@wv.gov
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Chris Pauley
Manager, Business Retention and Expansion
Chris.S.Pauley@wv.gov
![Jim-Linsenmeyer](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Jim-Linsenmeyer.jpg)
Jim Linsenmeyer
Manager, Business Retention and Expansion
James.F.Linsenmeyer@wv.gov
![Jennifer-Rohrig](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Jennifer-Rohrig.jpg)
Jennifer Rohrig
Manager, Business Retention and Expansion
jennifer.l.rohrig@wv.gov
![Leanne-Stowers](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Leanne-Stowers.jpg)
Leanne Stowers
Manager, Business Retention and Expansion
Leanne.D.Stowers@wv.gov
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Samantha Smith
Manager, Business Development
Samantha.Smith@wv.gov
Research and Training
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Kevin Meadows
Research Analyst
Kevin.M.Meadows@wv.gov
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Jeffery Huffman
Manager, Training Programs
Jeffrey.L.Huffman@wv.gov
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B. David Rogers
Senior Manager, Training Programs
B.David.Rogers@wv.gov
![DaveLavender](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/DaveLavender.jpg)
Dave Lavender
Apprenticeship Program Coordinator
David.L.Lavender@wv.gov
![Mark Ward](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Mark-Ward.jpg)
Mark Ward
Research Analyst
Mark.c.ward@wv.gov
![Nicholas-Nunnery](https://westvirginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Nicholas-Nunnery.jpg)
Nicholas Nunnery
Apprenticeship Program Coordinator
Nicholas.W.Nunnery@wv.gov