“ My favorite part of the Sharp Shooters reception was being with so many dynamic leaders from across the Mountain State as we celebrated the accomplishments of this year ’ s class . Events like this are important as they provide a critical networking opportunity and a great platform to conduct business . I love living and working in West Virginia because we ’ re like one big family and take care of each other . It ’ s so easy to get business done or find another business or organization to partner with on a project or initiative .”
– Bradley Harris External Affairs Manager ,
West Virginia American Water
“ It was an honor to attend the Sharp Shooters reception and celebrate the incredible West Virginians working every day to move our great state forward , including my state director and deputy chief of staff , Mara Boggs . Mara is a true leader with an unwavering commitment to serving West Virginia and our entire nation . I am grateful to the West Virginia Executive magazine for recognizing and celebrating her tireless efforts to better our state and country .”
– Senator Joe Manchin
“ My favorite part of the reception is the support that fellow West Virginians show each other through business . Events like Sharp Shooters are important to highlight what is going on throughout the state and bring to the forefront the success of those putting in the work to make us better . I love the people in West Virginia . They are kind , friendly and always willing to lend a hand . They think outside the box and are continuing to move the state forward .”
– Rachel Burdette Managing Director ,
Forvis Mazars
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