contributors
Megan Bevins
Megan Bevins is an editorial and production manager for Executive Ink , LLC . She is a native of Hurricane , WV , and graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science in journalism and a minor in political science . In her free time , Bevins enjoys reading , writing , listening to music and playing the guitar . Bevins has always loved to write , and she feels fortunate to pursue what she loves at West Virginia Executive .
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 .”
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 . In her free time , she enjoys reading , writing and organizing . Cart lives in Red House , WV , with her husband , Caleb , and daughters , Joanna and Ruth .
Connie Conrad
Joining the team in 2019 , Connie Conrad is a partner and marketing and advertising associate for Executive Ink , LLC . She holds a bachelor ’ s degree in public relations with a minor in communication studies from West Virginia University . Conrad lives in Fairmont , WV , with her husband , Jason , and three children , Austin , Logan and Summer . She is an enthusiastic dog lover and enjoys reading books of all genres . She can be reached at clc @ wvexecutive . com .
Pagett Dusic
Pagett Dusic is a freelance writer and published author from New York who fell in love with West Virginia when she first attended West Virginia University and has called this state her home for more than 30 years . With longtime experience in corporate communications , she currently supports Marshall Health Network marketing and communication initiatives . Dusic lives in Barboursville , WV , and is passionate about writing on volunteerism and spreading kindness , reflecting her personal mission to inspire and empower others to live more fulfilling and meaningful lives . She recently published her third book , “ Tiny Habits to Boost Your Mental Health .”
Kenzie Dye
Kenzie Dye is a native of Tornado , WV , and serves as an 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 South Charleston , WV . In her free time , Dye enjoys hanging out with her friends and their dogs and co-parenting a new dog , Maple , with her best friend .
Jessica Hall
Jessica Hall is a dedicated health care communications leader with a passion for advancing patient care and community engagement . As the director of communications and development for HospiceCare , she has spearheaded transformative communication initiatives and educates health care professionals and the public on the critical services HospiceCare provides . In her role as executive director of the Hospice Council of West Virginia , Hall advocates locally and nationally for the state ’ s 18 hospice organizations , promoting policies and practices that enhance end-of-life care .
Kensie Hamilton Fauber
Kensie Hamilton Fauber is the publisher and managing partner of Executive Ink , LLC , the publisher of West Virginia Executive , Discover West Virginia , Profiles and the West Virginia Medical Journal . She holds bachelor ’ s degrees in corporate communications and journalism from Elon University and is a graduate of Leadership West Virginia , FBI Criminal Justice Information Services Citizens Academy , Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses and Leadership Monongalia . She serves on the board of directors for the Charleston Area Alliance and the Charleston Regional Chamber of Commerce . She lives in Elkview , WV , with her husband , Adam ; her daughter , Quinn ; and her twin sons , Cavan and Kieran . She may be reached at kmh @ wvexecutive . com .
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 , 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 .
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