



Welcome to the WVMEGS
The West Virginia Manufacturers Association is thrilled to host the Manufacturing Energy Growth (MEG) Summit, formerly the Marcellus and Manufacturing Development Conference. This regional, annual event brings together manufacturing and energy leaders, state and local officials, economic development professionals, and friends of industry and energy from West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Summit attendees will explore the broader intersections of manufacturing and energy from power generation to downstream manufacturing development through feedstocks by created oil & natural gas and rare earth extraction.
Expert presenters will provide updates and new information on a variety of issues relating to manufacturing and energy. The MEG Summit is a time to work together to identify challenges and opportunities in these industries, and to formulate crucial regional strategies to expand manufacturing and energy development in Appalachia.


From the President
The world of manufacturing and energy is evolving at a rapid pace and the WVMA is committed to providing its members and supporters with content that addresses emerging issues and industry trends. The 2023 Manufacturing & Energy Growth (MEG) Summit examines the intersections of modern energy and manufacturing industries with a dynamic program that dives into the latest information and updates on new development, environmental justice, economic investment, job growth, and more. Bringing together industry leaders, government officials, economic development professionals, and supporters of industry, the MEG Summit takes a proactive approach to industry growth while providing an opportunity to become a part of a larger industry network.
MEG Summit presenters are experts in their fields and eager to share their knowledge on today’s topics. Presenters will field your questions and provide valuable resources and data to inform these discussions. Our MEG EXPO participants are here to offer you guidance and services to help your business grow and thrive in West Virginia and the Appalachian region – please take the time to visit Expo displays.
As always, we appreciate the value our members and partners place on educational and networking opportunities and hope you will find the MEG Summit offers both. We are also grateful for our Corporate Partners and WVMA MEG Summit sponsors who make this and other events possible. We couldn’t do what we do without you!
Rebecca R. McPhail, President
West Virginia Manufacturers Association