Directing an empire that has more than 45 newspapers across the country, owns the Pittsburgh Pirates and Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Nutting directs this diversified portfolio with a firm hand. As a family, the Nuttings try to keep a low profile; however, because of the Pirates, they have been thrust to the forefront.
As the Governor's chief of staff, Puccio's job is to somehow organize the chaos. Through it all he has managed to keep his wit intact and has proven to be a shrewd negotiator. His ranking on this year's 50 Most Powerful has been truly earned.
As the president of CAMC, which ranks as one of the state's largest employers, Ramsey sets the tone for health care policies in West Virginia. His mission was to turn the ship around when he arrived, and that is one mission that can truly be labeled as "mission accomplished."
Chilton's rating dropped notably this time around not because of any slip of influence or power but primarily because she has chosen to be less in the forefront. The owner of West Virginia's largest newspaper, Chilton is still capable of rattling many cages.
White, who serves as the president of International Industries, is an adept business leader who not only pilots his own transportation but can navigate the ever-changing price structure of global commodities. White's universal intelligence can be applied to any field and/ or subject. He is a true friend to the state of West Virginia.
Basile has earned the respect of many of West Virginia's Most Powerful as a trusted confidant. Spilman Thomas & Battle's legal firm continues to successfully expand its boarders throughout the Mid-Atlantic Inland Basin. Harvard graduate Basile is one of West Virginia's most eloquent speakers and well informed assets.
As noted previously, McKinley is a one-man economic catalyst for Northern West Virginia. McKinley possesses a unique ability to turn an idea into a beautifully designed reality. An engineer by education, McKinley can address complicated development challenges quickly.
Lowe's successful track record keeps him in demand on a national level. His recent association with PGA National Resorts keeps him constantly on the go. A national player and thinker, many West Virginia business people would be well served to seek his advice.
Recently taking the reigns as managing partner bowls...Heywood continues to be one of the state's leading experts on government issues. A diplomat by nature Heywood can guide his clients through the murkiest of troubled waters.
As president of the WVHTC Foundation, Estep continues to attract global players to West Virginia and the WVHTC Business Park. Estep's reach has expanded to the private sector which involves one of the most naturally beautiful developments, aptly named Falling Waters.
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