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 .”
Cory Carr
Cory Carr is a West Virginia native originally from the Canaan Valley region who now resides in Vienna . After graduating from West Virginia University Parkersburg , he began his career at Westbrook Health Services in 2016 as a community engagement specialist and member of the crisis team . He currently serves as the director of quality assurance and compliance .
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 communications and development specialist for the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph , an organization of women who minister to the needs of the communities in which they serve . Hatfield is a graduate of West Virginia University , where she received her bachelor ’ s and master ’ s degrees in journalism . She resides in Owensboro , KY , with her husband , BJ , and daughter , Eloise .
Lori Kersey
Lori Kersey is the public information officer for the Kanawha-Charleston Health Department and a freelance writer . A native of Sissonville , WV , she previously worked for eight years as a reporter and editor for the Charleston Gazette-Mail . She is a graduate of Marshall and Morehead State universities . Kersey currently lives in Charleston , WV , with her two cats . In her free time , she enjoys running and blogging .
Eric Limegrover
Dr . Eric Limegrover , an approved licensed professional supervisor , is the chief clinical officer at Westbrook Health Services . He completed his doctoral degree in counseling psychology at West Virginia University . He also holds master ’ s degrees in sport psychology and counseling and a bachelor ’ s in psychology from Carnegie Mellon University . Limegrover has an extensive history of providing interpersonal therapy and supervision through telemedicine . His clinical interests include substance abuse , sport psychology , crisis intervention , anxiety , career development and interpersonal relationships .
Tom McClellan
Tom McClellan , M . D ., is a plastic / reconstructive surgeon and co-founder and CEO of Intermed Labs , a startup studio in Morgantown , WV . Medical technology research , development and commercialization are his passions . An avid writer and inventor , he has authored more than 80 peer-reviewed articles , chapters and patents .
Brittany McClung
Brittany McClung is an educator , writer and communications professional who currently teaches seventh and eighth grade English at Charleston Catholic . A native of Beckley , WV , she holds a bachelor ’ s degree in English and integrated communication and a master ’ s degree in strategic leadership , both from the University of Charleston . In her spare time , McClung enjoys reading , crafting and advocating for mental health . She currently resides in St . Albans , WV , with her husband , Joshua .
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Melanie Boyd
Melanie Boyd , a native of Shrewsbury , WV , is the graphic designer for Executive Ink , LLC and its publications . She holds a bachelor ’ s degree in graphic design from Marietta College and previously worked as the designer for the West Virginia Education Association . In her spare time , Boyd is active in CrossFit at Firebreather Fitness and has participated in several 5k runs around the state . She also enjoys crossstitching and jigsaw puzzles . Boyd resides in Nitro , WV , with her fiancé , Brian .
Samantha Cart
Samantha Cart is the editor in chief for West Virginia Executive and Discover West Virginia magazines . A native of Buffalo , WV , she holds bachelor ’ s and master ’ s degrees in journalism from West Virginia University . In her spare time , Cart serves as a youth leader at Buffalo Church of the Nazarene and volunteers with Putnam County 4-H and the Come and Serve Team . Cart currently lives in Hometown , WV , with her husband , Dr . Caleb Cart , and their dog , Wednesday . She can be reached at sdc @ wvexecutive . com .
Connie Conrad
Connie Conrad is a 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 coaches youth soccer and baseball , serves as a Cub Scout den leader and is active in her church . She lives in Fairmont with her husband , twin sons and niece . She can be reached at clc @ wvexecutive . com .
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