Learn how you can become the next WVEDA success story

Published: March 4, 2026

West Virginia’s business and manufacturing industry is driven by innovation and determination. But where do manufacturers get the funds to make those plans a reality?

That’s where the West Virginia Economic Development Authority comes into play. As a public corporation established under the West Virginia Code, the WVEDA brings expertise, financial tools and partnerships to help support a thriving economy in the Mountain State. The WVEDA offers financial assistance and loans to bolster state business prosperity and economic welfare, focusing on manufacturing businesses and industrial process entities.

WVEDA Resources

The WVEDA is made up of a team of expert loan officers and financial specialists knowledgeable in streamlining processes to ensure the success of West Virginia businesses. The agency offers several powerful tools to back your company’s vision:

  • Direct Lending
  • Loan Insurance
  • Broadband Loan Insurance
  • Industrial Development Bonds
  • Foreign Trade Zones

Success Stories

The WVEDA boasts a long history of success stories. Take a look at some of the manufacturers who have either chosen West Virginia for a new location or significantly expanded their current operations within the state:

  • CMC Steel West Virginia, an environmentally friendly micro mill in Berkeley County that uses 100% recycled steel to produce new material.

  • Mountaintop Beverage, a state-of-the-art facility in Morgantown that produces beverage manufacturing across a wide range of categories, from dairy to coffee.

  • Mister Bee, a potato chip manufacturer founded in Parkersburg in 1951 that produces a variety of unique flavors. 

Your Partner in Progress

Here at the WVEDA we believe your success builds our communities, strengthens our economy and writes the next chapter for West Virginia. To discover how your business can take advantage of our agency’s funding opportunities, call the WVEDA at (304) 558‑3651. Additional program details and application guidance are available at eda.wv.gov.

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