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A Legacy of Service (L-R) Barry L. Burgess, Linda A. Burns, Floyd E. Harlow Jr., Mendy A. Aluise, Alex S. Gawthrop and Wade S. C. Newell Somerville & Company, PLLC is a certified public accounting firm with a rich history in Huntington. Founded in 1932, it has been a beacon of quality, professional service in the city for almost 90 years, providing accounting, tax, consulting and additional services to individual and business clients in a variety of industries. Huntington area in various ways. Through involvement, leadership and commitment, we strive to make Huntington and West Virginia the best they can be, and while we are proud of our history, we will continue to evolve and bring a current and energetic perspective to our clients. We operate on the foundation of strengthening our clients, our firm and our community.” Managing Partner Barry Burgess, CPA, has been with the company for 34 years and is proud of its dedication to excellence. “We have a long history of client and community service,” he says. “We believe we are an exceptional corporate citizen that cares for, participates in and supports the 501 Fifth Avenue, Huntington, WV 25701 | (304) 525-0301 | s-co.com Spurring Innovation in West Virginia For nearly 30 years, the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) has delivered technology assistance and made state-of-the-art infrastructure available to more than 6,000 manufacturers in 19 states. As West Virginia’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center, RCBI provides access to more than $20 million worth of specialized production equipment that manufacturers, entrepreneurs and innovators use to develop innovative skills, produce parts and create prototypes for emerging products. The RCBI staff, with its combined 600 years of unequaled expertise, 1050 Fourth Avenue, Huntington, WV 25701 | (304) 781-1625 | rcbi.org 80 WEST VIRGINIA EXECUTIVE offers technical training programs and customized courses that help participants earn certifications and develop in-demand workforce skills. Along with its national partners, RCBI offers registered apprenticeships that are affordable for employers and help reduce the skills gap in American manufacturing. RCBI is an economic catalyst right here in West Virginia that connects manufacturers, suppliers and startups with contracting opportunities that help them grow, create jobs and thrive.