West Virginia Chamber of Commerce opens 90th annual Business Summit

The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce has launched its 90th annual Business Summit at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs. The three-day event gathers business and government leaders to discuss the state’s economy, with a focus on driving policy changes at local, state, and federal levels.

Scheduled discussions and panels cover a variety of sectors, including energy costs, childcare, workforce development, and the application of artificial intelligence in education. Incoming Chamber chairman Kevin Craig noted that the summit aims to spark ideas and expand economic opportunities and jobs for West Virginia citizens.

Key speakers include Governor Patrick Morrisey and U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Jim Justice. Observers are closely watching the summit for potential major economic development announcements or political signals, particularly regarding the future political ambitions of Senator Justice.