entrepreneurship Archives < Appalachian Voices

Non-traditional Loans Fund Regional Entrepreneurs

By Lorelei Goff | April 8, 2019 |

A nonprofit organization allows individuals to give small loans to entrepreneurs across the globe, including several in Southwest Virginia.

An Enterprising Idea

By AV's Intern Team | June 15, 2015 |

Entrepreneurs — and their supporters — believe that jumpstarting the mountain economy begins with investment in local business.

Integrating a Plant Medicine Economy

By AV's Intern Team | June 15, 2015 |

Scientific analysis of locally grown herbs is helping farmers, entrepreneurs and consumers take advantage of the region’s botanical bounty.