Step 1
Education
We offer education and awareness activities online. Our online services are blogs, videos, and podcasts that give WV businesses the information they need to grow. Our online events will reach WV influencers and innovators, creating a rich pipeline of WV entrepreneurs and small businesses seeking start-up growth opportunities.Step 2
Technical Assistance
Everyone needs assistance and coaching. We have the ability to connect you with resources that can move your company to the next level. We also offer free resources! We provide assistance to WV Capital Access Program Applicants through Account, Financial, & Legal.Step 3
Funding
Mountain State small businesses now have a source of capital through the West Virginia Capital Access Program (WVCAP). WVCAP is designed to assist credit-worthy companies that may not fit traditional lending models.
How to get started
Get in touch with us and we’ll walk you through all the steps you’ll need to startup your own, well … startup.
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Podcasts, articles, discussions … oh my!

5 Metrics Every West Virginia Startup Should Track
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From Side Hustle To Startup: When To Take The Leap
Ding! That end-of-day email notification hits, and just like that, your full-time job is done. But if you’re anything like the entrepreneurs we talk to here at 3 Steps to[...]
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Starting a Business in West Virginia? Here’s What Most Entrepreneurs Get Wrong — And How You Can Avoid It
Let’s be real, starting your own business is exciting, but it can also feel like stepping into unknown territory. If you’ve ever had that moment where you think, “Am I[...]
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