You’ve got the vision. We’ve got the tools to make it happen.
Start, Scale, Succeed Mentorship Program
The WV WBC is temporarily pausing new mentoring sign-ups while we work on a new and improved Start, Scale, Succeed Mentoring Program. We are excited to bring you an even easier, more personalized mentoring program later this summer. Stay tuned for exciting updates!
TRAINING
We can equip you with the skills and tools you need to take the next step—no matter where you are in your journey. All live trainings are currently free and virtual. Discover what live events are on the calendar by clicking the button below!
Can’t make a live event? Check out the select recorded events in our new on-demand library. You’ll find some of our most popular workshops here, with more topics being added soon. All on-demand trainings are free and instantly available upon registration.
1:1 Advising
Our advisors are here to guide you, whether you’re just starting your business, ready to scale up, or looking for advice on maintaining success.
Meet Our Advisors
Dawn Hylbert has created multiple small businesses. She founded the direct mail marketing company AMS Direct in 1997; the bricks-and-mortar retail store Cicada Books & Coffee in 2018; and most recently the internet-based retailer WhimsiKid LLC.
She has supported development efforts in West Virginia from neighborhood revitalization and improvement to economic development. She has volunteered with civic organizations in the Huntington, WV, area and has served on the board of several nonprofits.
She has a bachelor’s degree from California State University and is studying for a Master of Science in Adult and Continuing Education at Marshall University. She has worked as a trainer and instructor, teaching literacy and basic skills to adults and teaching computer skills in the business world.
Having repeatedly navigated the business start-up process, she is interested in helping others do the same.
Funding & Financing
Schedule a meeting with one of our advisors or attend a training to figure out how to acquire the capital you need to take the next step. Advisors work with clients to help them develop business plans, financial projections, and other materials to obtain financing. We can also provide referrals to lenders at Partner Community Capital, banks, angel investors, venture capitalists, and more.