Leadership Monongalia

02/01/2026

Have you been thinking about applying to Leadership Mon? Great news: our application for the Class of 2027 is OPEN!
Apply today!

21/11/2025

The Leadership Mon class had a busy day today! We started the day at Inner Action Media where Shayla led an engaging discussion on how community storytelling plays a key role in any strong marketing strategy, and why the stories we share truly matter for connection and impact.
Then we made our way out to the City of Morgantown garage where they make all of the street signs. We all got to make one with our last name on it! After that we went to White Park where we learned that in the late 1800’s the park land was used as part of historically significant oil industry operations. At its height, the land stored more than two million barrels of oil in nearly 80 tanks. Then we headed to WVRC Media. After an amazing lunch courtesy of Smokin J’s we heard Hoppy Kerchavel and Dave Wilson speak on the issues of fake news and AI and how to differentiate them in today’s world. After touring the WV Metronews studio, we heard from Morgantown Deputy Mayor Brian Butcher, House of Delagates Representative John Williams and the Vice President of the Morgantown Area Partnership Erik Carlson. We ended the day at the Greer Building touring the WVRC Media studios of WVAQ & WKKW. What a fun and educational day!

18/09/2025

And the Class of 2026 is off and running! Today we are at Chestnut Mountain Ranch learning about The Ranch, their mission, partnerships, their funding sources, and, of course, ourseslves and how we view and take on “leadership” in our lives.

17/09/2025

EXCITING NEWS!!!
We are thrilled to announce the Leadership Mon Class of 2026! This exceptional group of leaders is ready to embark on a journey of growth and community impact. Get ready to witness their passion and dedication as they work together to shape a brighter future. Stay tuned for updates and join us in celebrating these incredible individuals!

Alyssa Schipani - Mon Health / Vandalia Health
Mikenzie Warth - West Virginia Junior College
Keith Morgan - First United Bank & Trust
Megan Myers - Clear Mountain Bank
Thomas Bailey II - Merrill Lynch
Erin Blake - WVU Foundation
Stephanie Lindsey - JS Walker Associates
Amanda Toth - Viatris
Layne Blasingim - Suttle & Stalnaker PLLC
Drew Cather - Spillman Thomas & Battle
Jennifer Trippett - Steptoe & Johnson PLLC WVU
Thad Welch - WVU Foundation
Ashley Horbachewski - American Red Cross
Geno Chiarelli - WVU Medicine Children's
Joseph Bratkovich - Freedom Kia
C'Anna Keffer - Compass Realty Group
Maria Jose Ramirez - MJ Performance Consulting
Shannon Davis - City of Morgantown
Amy Loomis – Morgantown Area Partnership

28/07/2025

Down to the final few days to head to www.leadershipmon.org/application to apply for a spot in the class of 2026!

24/07/2025

Only one week left to apply for the Class of 2026! www.leadershipmon.org/application
Applications open through August 1st. Apply today!

27/06/2025

Visit www.leadershipmon.org/application to learn more and apply!
Looking to grow your network, learn more about our community, and make a meaningful impact? Apply for the Leadership Mon Class of 2026 today!

Each year, a class of up to 20 leaders are selected to participate in Leadership Monongalia. A selection committee reviews the applications of county-wide nominees from whom the final group of...

29/05/2025

What a fantastic evening celebrating the newest Leadership Mon graduates and reconnecting with so many Leadership Mon alumni at the The Erickson Alumni Center! It’s always inspiring to see the energy and passion this group brings to our community. A big thank you to Tony Faini of Jackson Kelly PLLC and Melissa Cumpston of Clear Mountain Bank for their leadership of the Leadership Monongalia alumni committee and for helping make events like this so meaningful! Thank you to Clear Mountain Bank, Jackson Kelly PLLC, Blue Gold Development, LLC., and Freedom Kia for sponsoring the event. We couldn’t do it without your support! Congratulations to the Class of 2025!

20/05/2025

That’s a wrap on our final Leadership Mon session of the year! 🌟

We celebrated Parks & Recreation Day with a full and inspiring itinerary!

🌊 A behind-the-scenes look at BOPARC’s new Marilla Park Pool
🍽️ Delicious eats courtesy of Eureka Café
🏫 A visit to the Wiles Hill Community Center
🌿 A serene tour of the WV Botanic Garden
🌄 And we closed the day—and the year—at the beautiful Mason-Dixon Historical Park.

Huge thanks to all our coordinators and speakers for sharing your time, energy, and insight. What a year it’s been!

BOPARC
West Virginia Botanic Garden
Monongalia County Parks & Recreation

16/05/2025

Thank you, BOPARC, for an incredible behind-the-scenes experience! And a big shoutout to Eureka Café for keeping us fueled with delicious food! We appreciate the warm hospitality and all you do for our community.

16/05/2025

Thank you, Monongalia County Parks & Recreation, for an unforgettable adventure at Mason-Dixon Historical Park! Until next time….

Today Monongalia County Parks & Recreation had the pleasure of leading members of Leadership Mon on a hike at the best little park in Monongalia County Mason-Dixon Historical Park!

After a quick history chat at the barn 🐴, we set out to explore the Green Trail, the magical Fairy Door Trail 🧚‍♀️, and the adventurous Space Trail 🚀.

Thank you, Leadership Mon, for allowing us to share a bit of what makes this park so special. We’re excited for you to help spread the word about Monongalia County Parks and all the beauty they have to offer!

Community. Recreation. Nature.
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