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OPPORTUNITY LIVES HERE
Eastern West Virginia, located just west of
Washington, D. C., is a region defined by its mix of natural beauty, strategic location, strong communities and economic promise. The Eastern West Virginia Economic Alliance( EWVEA) serves as a collaborative effort among multiple counties, development authorities and the regional airport to promote economic growth, business development and quality of life in the region.
Why Eastern WV? Eastern West Virginia provides unmatched advantages for companies, residents and investors. The region offers easy access to major industrial markets, a high quality of life and a skilled workforce. It blends small-town charm with innovative drive, supported by strong public and private partnerships.
National leaders such as Procter & Gamble and Clorox thrive here, leveraging the region’ s logistics and business climate. In 2022, more than 280 small businesses opened. EWVEA promotes resources and partnerships to help them grow. The Eastern West Virginia Regional Airport( MRB) provides industrial airside property, cargo capacity and connectivity within 90 minutes of Washington, D. C. It is a catalyst for aerospace, logistics and advanced manufacturing. The region offers outdoor recreation, green spaces, medical services and a comfortable lifestyle.
Structure and Partnerships EWVEA unites four Eastern Panhandle counties— Berkeley, Jefferson, Morgan and Hampshire— to strengthen vitality, business success and workforce development. It coordinates sites, workforce data, small business programs and initiatives that enhance livability.
Key Focus Areas
1. Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial & Commercial Development: Promoting sites for industry, attracting businesses and supporting expansion.
2. Business Support: Offering tools and partnerships to help small businesses and entrepreneurs succeed.
3. Workforce & Talent: Providing research on labor force, wages, demographics and consumer spending to inform decisions.
4. Aviation & Aerospace: Leveraging MRB to expand aviation, aviation maintenance and aerospace opportunities, tying airport growth to industrial development.
5. Quality of Life: Preserving natural and cultural resources while ensuring access to health care, recreation and vibrant communities.
The EWVEA represents a region that offers both opportunity and quality. With an attractive blend of access, economic potential and livability, Eastern West Virginia is positioning itself as a place where businesses can grow, people can thrive and communities can preserve what makes them unique while embracing innovation and future growth.
CONTACT US | NICOLAS H. DIEHL, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & CEO, EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY 36
NIC @ FLYMRB. COM | 226 PILOT WAY, MARTINSBURG, WV 25405 | T:( 304) 263-2106 M:( 304) 702-3700 | FLYMRB. COM
WEST VIRGINIA EXECUTIVE