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Alliance Names President & CEO
The Charleston Area Alliance (CAA) has a new president and CEO. Nicole Christian, a 26-year veteran of the chamber of commerce and economic development industry, joins the Alliance and Charleston Regional Chamber of Commerce this week. ...
Read MoreRegistration Open for 2021-22 Leadership Kanawha Valley Class
The Charleston Area Alliance is now accepting registrations for Leadership Kanawha Valley's 2021-22 class. Full-day program sessions are primarily scheduled on the first Thursday of every month from September 2021 to April 2022. The first session is scheduled for Sept. 9,...
Read MoreHow to grow your business with the Alliance's Business & Expansion Program
The Charleston Area Alliance supports existing businesses in Kanawha County by identifying opportunities to stimulate local job growth through Victoria Russo, the Alliance's new markets consultant who manages CAA's business and retention program. ...
Read MoreWhat you need to know about the Downtown Open returning to Charleston in 2021
Charleston's pop-up putt-putt event, Downtown Open, is back! The temporary course is set up along the sidewalks of downtown Charleston with each hole sponsored and customized by local businesses and organizations. The result is a one-of-a-kind miniature golf course, giving people a reason to explore downtown, showcases regi...
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