contributors
Cathy Bonnstetter
Cathy Bonnstetter has covered statewide business news for more than a decade . She also spent many years as an adjunct professional writing instructor at West Virginia University ’ s Reed College of Media . She resides in Morgantown , WV , with her husband , Dennis , and recently published her first children ’ s book , “ Nugget ’ s Haircut .”
Rachel Coffman
Rachel Coffman , president and founder of Coffman Collaborative LLC , is an experienced strategist specializing in governmental affairs and public relations . Coffman received her bachelor ’ s degree in mass communications at Marshall University and her MBA from the University of Charleston .
Pagett Dusic
Pagett Dusic is a freelance writer and published author from New York who has called West Virginia home for over 30 years . Previously she worked at AT & T in corporate communications , writing feature stories about employee well-being benefits and large corporate initiatives . She lives in Barboursville , WV , and loves to write about volunteerism and spreading kindness .
Jean Hardiman
Jean Hardiman is a freelance writer from northern Ohio who moved to West Virginia more than 20 years ago . Previously , she worked as a longtime reporter for The Herald-Dispatch , covering health care , education and economic development throughout the state and region . Hardiman lives in Huntington , WV , with her family , and as a writer , she loves to shine a light on the amazing people and organizations and positive developments in the Mountain State .
Maggie Hatfield
Maggie Hatfield is the business development center manager for Sweet Relish and a longtime freelance writer for West Virginia Executive . She is a graduate of West Virginia University , where she received her bachelor ’ s and master ’ s degrees in journalism . She previously served as the communications and development specialist for the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph . She resides in Clarksville , TN , with her husband , BJ , and daughters , Eloise and Pearl .
Lori Kersey
Lori Kersey is a reporter in Charleston , WV . A native of Sissonville , WV , she is a graduate of Marshall and Morehead State universities . She has a bachelor ’ s degree in print journalism and a master ’ s degree in communications .
Paige Kocourek
Paige Kocourek is a Wisconsin native and a recent transplant to Minnesota . Kocourek holds a bachelor ’ s degree in business communications from the University of St . Thomas . She is an avid runner , rock climber and adventurer . Kocourek currently resides in Shoreview , MN , with her husband , Eric .
Olivia Miller
Olivia Miller is the communications director for the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy . A native of Hendricks , WV , and an avid outdoor enthusiast , she is passionate about protecting and preserving the beautiful state of West Virginia . Miller holds a bachelor ’ s degree in journalism from West Virginia University and also works as an independent social media and marketing consultant .
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Kassidi Calihan
Kassidi Calihan is a marketing and advertising associate for Executive Ink , LLC . A native of Zanesville , OH , she holds a bachelor ’ s degree in advertising and public relations from Marshall University . She now lives in Huntington , WV , after falling in love with her college town . She can be reached at kdc @ wvexecutive . com .
Samantha Cart
Samantha Cart is the editor at large for Executive Ink , LLC . A native of Buffalo , WV , she holds bachelor ’ s and master ’ s degrees in journalism from West Virginia University . Cart lives in Red House , WV , with her husband , Caleb , and daughters , Joanna and Ruth .
Connie Conrad
Connie Conrad is a partner and marketing and advertising associate for Executive Ink , LLC . A native of Capon Bridge , WV , she holds a bachelor ’ s degree in public relations from West Virginia University . She lives in Fairmont , WV , with her husband , twin sons and niece . She can be reached at clc @ wvexecutive . com .
Kenzie Dye
Kenzie Dye , a native of Tornado , WV , is the editorial and production manager for Executive Ink , LLC . She holds a bachelor ’ s degree in journalism with a major in advertising and minors in Appalachian studies and interactive design for media . She currently resides in Charleston , WV , and in her spare time , she enjoys taking pictures of the people and places she loves .
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