July 7, 2009
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: July Report from Gov. Joe Manchin
Special to Huntingtonnews.net
Charleston, WV (HNN) -- The July 2009 Open for Business report highlights projects and related announcements that will assist with the creation of new jobs and the preservation of a significant number of existing jobs.
Expansion to bring 100 manufacturing jobs to Roane County
Mustang Survival Manufacturing Inc. marked its 10th anniversary by announcing plans to expand its industrial sewing operation, creating up to 100 jobs in two years. The company plans to have the new facility in Spencer operational with 20 employees by the end of July 2009. The announcement was made during festivities at the manufacturer’s plant in Elizabeth, Wirt County. The company will lease the former B.F. Goodrich building from the Roane County Development Authority. Mustang Survival produces aerospace and marine safety and survival equipment. In addition to its Elizabeth plant which employs 84 workers, Mustang Survival has locations in Canada and Bellingham, Washington. Dignitaries attending the event included Gov. Joe Manchin and representatives from West Virginia Development Office, WorkForce West Virginia, Wirt County Development Authority and the Roane County Development Authority.
Reports show bright spots in West Virginia business climate
Despite the current challenging economy worldwide, West Virginia’s business climate shows several positive achievements, according to various economic and industry reports.
WVEDA approves $584,000 for business loan in Hancock County
The West Virginia Economic Development Authority approved a $584,000 loan during its July meeting:
Four new tenants join WVU Business Incubator in Morgantown, cont.
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WVSBDC) in Morgantown works closely with the WVU Business Incubator and tenants. Including the WVSBDC office, the Incubator currently has 15 physical tenants and nine virtual tenants. For more information on the Business Incubator, visit www.wvubi.com.
American Foundation for the Blind to expand Huntington office, add up to nine jobs
The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) announced plans to relocate its finance and other positions from New York to its Huntington office. The move will double the size of the Huntington office to 20 employees. Currently, AFB anticipates filling up to nine positions when the transfer takes place in September and October of this year. The AFB cited reasons for the transfer as the successful performance and greater economy of the Huntington office.
Japanese Ambassador Visits West Virginia
Governor Joe Manchin and the West Virginia Development Office hosted a visit from Ambassador Shinichi Nichimiya, newly appointed Ambassador and Consul General of the Japan’s New York consulate. Consuls Miyuki Kuranishi and Masaya Ueda also participated. The June 3-5 visit included meetings with business representatives, government officials and representatives of the state’s education community. Ambassador Nichimiya visited the state for the purpose of continuing to build on the strong business and cultural relationships that have been established between Japan and West Virginia.
Taiwan Officials Visit State
Representatives of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office visited West Virginia June 4-5. Chun-fu Chang, Director of the Economic Division, Dr. Grace Lih- Fang Lin and Eric C. H. Wu participated in the visit. The purpose was to strengthen the relationship between Taiwan and West Virginia and to explore the potential for new trade and investment opportunities. The delegation met with representatives of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce, Secretary of State Natalie Tennant, Secretary of Commerce Kelley Goes and other business and government leaders.
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OPEN FOR BUSINESS: July Report from Gov. Joe Manchin
Special to Huntingtonnews.net
Charleston, WV (HNN) -- The July 2009 Open for Business report highlights projects and related announcements that will assist with the creation of new jobs and the preservation of a significant number of existing jobs.
Expansion to bring 100 manufacturing jobs to Roane County
Mustang Survival Manufacturing Inc. marked its 10th anniversary by announcing plans to expand its industrial sewing operation, creating up to 100 jobs in two years. The company plans to have the new facility in Spencer operational with 20 employees by the end of July 2009. The announcement was made during festivities at the manufacturer’s plant in Elizabeth, Wirt County. The company will lease the former B.F. Goodrich building from the Roane County Development Authority. Mustang Survival produces aerospace and marine safety and survival equipment. In addition to its Elizabeth plant which employs 84 workers, Mustang Survival has locations in Canada and Bellingham, Washington. Dignitaries attending the event included Gov. Joe Manchin and representatives from West Virginia Development Office, WorkForce West Virginia, Wirt County Development Authority and the Roane County Development Authority.
Reports show bright spots in West Virginia business climate
Despite the current challenging economy worldwide, West Virginia’s business climate shows several positive achievements, according to various economic and industry reports.
WVEDA approves $584,000 for business loan in Hancock County
The West Virginia Economic Development Authority approved a $584,000 loan during its July meeting:
Four new tenants join WVU Business Incubator in Morgantown, cont.
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WVSBDC) in Morgantown works closely with the WVU Business Incubator and tenants. Including the WVSBDC office, the Incubator currently has 15 physical tenants and nine virtual tenants. For more information on the Business Incubator, visit www.wvubi.com.
American Foundation for the Blind to expand Huntington office, add up to nine jobs
The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) announced plans to relocate its finance and other positions from New York to its Huntington office. The move will double the size of the Huntington office to 20 employees. Currently, AFB anticipates filling up to nine positions when the transfer takes place in September and October of this year. The AFB cited reasons for the transfer as the successful performance and greater economy of the Huntington office.
Japanese Ambassador Visits West Virginia
Governor Joe Manchin and the West Virginia Development Office hosted a visit from Ambassador Shinichi Nichimiya, newly appointed Ambassador and Consul General of the Japan’s New York consulate. Consuls Miyuki Kuranishi and Masaya Ueda also participated. The June 3-5 visit included meetings with business representatives, government officials and representatives of the state’s education community. Ambassador Nichimiya visited the state for the purpose of continuing to build on the strong business and cultural relationships that have been established between Japan and West Virginia.
Taiwan Officials Visit State
Representatives of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office visited West Virginia June 4-5. Chun-fu Chang, Director of the Economic Division, Dr. Grace Lih- Fang Lin and Eric C. H. Wu participated in the visit. The purpose was to strengthen the relationship between Taiwan and West Virginia and to explore the potential for new trade and investment opportunities. The delegation met with representatives of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce, Secretary of State Natalie Tennant, Secretary of Commerce Kelley Goes and other business and government leaders.
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