Events for April 2018
Charleston Area Alliance
Apr 5    Leadership Kanawha Valley 2017-2018

Leadership Kanawha Valley is a program to develop, support and connect emerging talent throughout the region. From young professionals to senior executives, the program gives participants the tools, knowledge, experiences and connections to enhance their community impact.

Sponsored by Frontier Communications and Thomas Health System, Leadership Kanawha Valley builds strong connections across private, public and nonprofit sectors and helps graduates find their place in the community. 

Through the eight-month program, participants learn about the issues shaping the community from the experts working on them, form lasting bonds with classmates who are active leaders and strengthen professional skills with a leadership development curriculum. The program works to inspire participants to become more impactful leaders and maintain involvement in the social, business and political fabric of the community.

Since 2004, more than 325 have joined the Leadership Kanawha Valley alumni network. 
 
Date: April 5, 2018
Location: Leadership Kanawha Valley locations vary each month. 
Contact: Susie Salisbury
EMail: ssalisbury@charlestonareaalliance.org
Date/Time Details:

Full-day program sessions are scheduled on the first Thursday of every month September 2017 - April 2018*. 

  • Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017
  • Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017
  • Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017
  • Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017
  • Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018
  • Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018
  • Thursday, March 1, 2018
  • Thursday, April 5, 2018
*Program sessions are subject to change. Participants must attend seven of the eight scheduled program sessions to graduate.
Fees/Admission: Registration is $495 for Alliance members and $595 for future Alliance members. This fee includes all program expenses and admission to Alliance Business After Hours networking events September 2017 - April 2018.  

If you are not yet a member of the Alliance, we invite you to join today. Click here for more information.


 
Apr 19    ArtWalk - April 2018
Celebrating its 16th year, Downtown Charleston ArtWalk is a free self-guided walking tour of Charleston’s shops, galleries and businesses featuring regional art and performances. Typically held the third Thursday of each month, participating shops and organizations extend their hours for browsing, shopping and mingling.

For details about this month's ArtWalk, visit the Downtown Charleston ArtWalk website or visit the ArtWalk Facebook page for the monthly participating venue map. Participating shops are located in Downtown Charleston and feature a variety of art – from paintings and sculptures to photography and music.

Attendees can stroll along at their own pace, dip in and out of stores and stop off along the way for a bite to eat at a downtown restaurant. This well-loved family-friendly event takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. and attracts art aficionados as well as folks who just want to get out and try something new. 

For more information, visit www.artwalkcwv.com. ArtWalk is sponsored by The Masters Law Firm. 
Date: April 19, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.artwalkcwv.com
Location: Downtown Charleston. Check monthly map for participating venues. 
Contact: Anne Strawn
EMail: astrawn@charlestonareaalliance.org
Date/Time Details: 5 - 8 p.m.
Thursday, April 19
Fees/Admission: This is a free event. Visit www.artwalkcwv.com to learn more about this month's participating locations.
Apr 20    Business After Hours - West Virginia Power 2018

Join us for Business After Hours presented by the West Virginia Power at Appalachian Power Park. Network with colleagues and connect with business and community leaders at this monthly Alliance event. 

Business After Hours registration includes a complimentary general admission ticket to the 7:05 p.m. West Virginia Power game against the Asheville Tourists. 

Registration is $15 for Alliance members and $25 for future members. Add $10 if registering fewer than 24 hours in advance. 

Invoicing is available for groups of 10 or more. No cancellation refunds within 48 hours of event. 
Date: April 20, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:

Appalachian Power Park
601 Morris St. 
Charleston, WV 25301
Enter through the third base gate, along Smith Street. 
Contact: Jeri Adkins
EMail: jadkins@charlestonareaalliance.org
Fees/Admission:

$15 Alliance members
$25 future members
Add $10 for tickets purchased fewer than 24 hours in advance.