ABOUT THE WEST VIRGINIA WOMEN’S EXPO
The West Virginia Women’s Expo is a signature annual event celebrating women, businesses, and community resources across West Virginia. Organized by Southern Communications, the Expo brings together over 155 vendors, organizations, and service providers for a dynamic two-day experience at the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center.
While the Expo is a fun and exciting shopping destination, it is also one of the region’s most valuable community resource events. Attendees can connect with trusted services, learn about important programs, support local businesses, and explore opportunities that strengthen families and communities across Southern West Virginia.
OUR MISSION
The mission of the West Virginia Women’s Expo is to connect our community with trusted resources, empower women, families and support local businesses. All while creating an engaging and welcoming experience for everyone who attends.
This mission drives every aspect of the Expo, creating a space where attendees can connect with essential services, discover valuable programs, shop local, and network with businesses and organizations, all under one roof. The Expo is also a powerful networking opportunity for vendors, fostering collaboration and long-term community relationships.
Director, West Virginia Women’s Expo
General Manager, Southern Communications
Meet the team
The West Virginia Women’s Expo is powered by a passionate, collaborative team dedicated to empowering women, strengthening our community, and creating meaningful connections. Working behind the scenes and on the air with Southern Communications’ family of radio stations, this team ensures the Expo remains impactful, inclusive, and successful year after year.
Amanda Wimbish
Office Manager, Southern Communications
Assistant Director, West Virginia Women’s Expo
Darlene Hodges
Sales Executive, Southern Communications
Event Sales & Team, West Virginia Women’s Expo
Keith Thompson
Sales Executive, Southern Communications
Event Sales & Team, West Virginia Women’s Expo
ON-AIR VOICES ACROSS OUR RADIO FAMILY
The West Virginia Women’s Expo is amplified across Southern Communications’ family of radio stations, reaching listeners throughout Southern West Virginia with information, inspiration, and community connection. Our on-air team plays a vital role in sharing Expo details, highlighting vendors and resources, and encouraging community involvement.
Across these stations, our DJs use their platforms to keep listeners informed, promote local businesses, and connect the community to the many resources available at the West Virginia Women’s Expo.
Lola Rizer
103.7 WCIR, Programming Director,
Groovy 94.1, Southern Communications
West Virginia Women’s Expo
Shawn Thomas
Program Director, 105.9 WTNJ, Southern Communications
West Virginia Women’s Expo
