Choose West Virginia is a project of the Leadership West Virginia Class of 2018. The #ChooseWV commercial, social media campaign and this website were developed as a method to share what is great about the state we love. In addition to providing resources and information about our state, we want people near and far to show off why they choose West Virginia so that others might benefit from all we have to offer.

Our home is a source of pride and hope. Whether you are West Virginia grown but residing elsewhere, a current West Virginian, or a potential West Virginian, we want to remind you that this state is beautiful, its people are strong and have grit to overcome challenges, and its future is what we make it. We love this state. We welcome you to join us. For work. For family. For Life. We hope, like us, you #ChooseWV.

West Virginia has and abundance of opportunities for employment in various sectors. Whether you are an employee looking for work, a professional seeking the next step in your career, or an entrepreneur starting your own business, explore how you can choose West Virginia for success.

Whether you are coming home again or for the first time, West Virginia is an amazing place for family. The natural beauty, affordable living, and close-knit communities of West Virginia make life here unique and fulfilling. Explore the state to see which area of the state intrigues you most. Whether for a visit or permanently, you will find we welcome everyone.

Live life to the fullest in West Virginia. The natural beauty of the state is an amazing backdrop for the life you want to build here. Our communities offer endless ways to enrich your life with leadership, congregations, community involvement, festivals and fairs, celebrations, education and much more. Learn how you can live life to the fullest and make a difference in West Virginia.