Roane County Economic Development Authority - WV

05/27/2026

Big takeaways. Bigger opportunities. 💡 RCEDA brought home powerful insights from the 2026 Tri-State Metal Tech Supply Chain Expo! From the Submarine Industrial Base’s focus on innovation, resilience and speed to ex*****on, to real-world AI tools that are already saving businesses hours each day, to creative workforce retention ideas like the JumpStart Savings Program — there are exciting opportunities for Roane County businesses to grow and compete. Whether it’s exploring defense supplier opportunities, learning practical AI applications or strengthening workforce recruitment and retention, RCEDA is committed to bringing valuable resources and ideas back to our local business community. 🚀

The Roane County Economic Development Authority gathered critical insights on defense manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and workforce retention tools at the 2026 Tri-State Metal Tech Supply Chain Expo.

👇 Link to the full story in the comments below!

05/19/2026

Join the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) at Powering Appalachia: Funding for Rural Small Businesses on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 9 am to 12 pm at the MOVRC Conference Room located at 709 Market Street in Parkersburg, WV. 📣

This event, hosted by the Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Council, gives small business owners the opportunity to connect directly with lenders, resource partners, and business experts who can help strengthen your business and improve access to capital.

From start up to expansion, access to capital can help turn your goals into growth. During this event, you will learn about funding solutions available for every stage of business growth, including:

- Startup financing
- Inventory purchases
- Equipment financing
- Business expansion
- Business acquisitions
- SBA-backed lending programs

Together, we can build stronger businesses and stronger communities. Reserve your spot today and discover the financing opportunities that can help power your next chapter.
Register now!

Join the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) at Powering Appalachia: Funding for Rural Small Businesses on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 9 am to 12 pm at the MOVRC Conference Room located at 709 Market Street in Parkersburg, WV. 📣

This event, hosted by the Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Council, gives small business owners the opportunity to connect directly with lenders, resource partners, and business experts who can help strengthen your business and improve access to capital.

From start up to expansion, access to capital can help turn your goals into growth. During this event, you will learn about funding solutions available for every stage of business growth, including:

- Startup financing
- Inventory purchases
- Equipment financing
- Business expansion
- Business acquisitions
- SBA-backed lending programs

Together, we can build stronger businesses and stronger communities. Reserve your spot today and discover the financing opportunities that can help power your next chapter.

Register now!
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05/15/2026

RCEDA pursing grant for Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone (BDO) certification.

Roane County is aiming to fill the "Donut Hole" of West Virginia's economy by pursuing a federal grant to certify the region as a BDO Zone, potentially unlocking billions in bio-manufacturing and clean energy investments.

Link in comments.

05/13/2026

Looking for a job close to home?
Full-time welding position at E & H Manufacturing, Reedy, WV facility.

05/11/2026

Now Hiring Equipment Operators!

05/11/2026

Proud to see regional collaboration growing around rural health and emergency response.
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05/06/2026

Roane County's economic leaders are looking to the sky for a solution to West Virginia’s challenging geography, proposing electric air taxis (eVTOL) as the ultimate "equalizer" for rural isolation.

Link in the comments! 🚁

05/06/2026

Roane County EDA Director Lisha Morlan recently traveled to Ohio to study established land bank models as a way to bridge the gap between abandoned properties and economic opportunity.

Find the full story link in the comments.

05/04/2026

Happy 🎉
This week, we celebrate the more than 36 million small businesses across America that power the nation’s economy. Share to spread word!
Learn more: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw

Happy 🎉

This week, we celebrate the more than 36 million small businesses across America that power the nation’s economy. Share to spread word!

Learn more: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw