About Us

The Corridor G Regional Development Authority (CGRDA) is a private, not-for-profit corporation whose role is to coordinate and promote the economic and community development of Boone, Lincoln, Logan, and Mingo counties in southern West Virginia. It is directed by a voluntary board of business leaders and public officials from each of the four counties.  Operating funding is provided by private contributions and public grants - both considered to be investments in the future of the region.

Officers

Dan Parker Chairman
Dwight Coburn Vice Chairman
Marvin Vernatter Secretary
Clinton Winter Treasurer

 

 

Executive Director

The executive director of the Corridor G Regional Development Authority is Tommy Adkins. Mr. Adkins was named executive director on July 1, 2008, taking over for Shelley Huffman, who retired as executive director in early 2008. Chairman Arthur Kirkendoll stated, "the Board feels the Authority is in the hands of a very capable individual, one with several years of experience in economic development, management, and community service to southern West Virginia."

Before becoming executive director of the Corridor G Regional Development Authority, Mr. Adkins held several managerial/director positions, including service at Junior Achievement of West Virginia and Tri-River Transit Authority.

Mr. Adkins has also served on various boards, most recently on the Lincoln County Economic Development Authority board. 

A lifelong resident of the area, with a deep sense of pride and passion for the area, Mr. Adkins continues to push the Corrirdor G Regional Development Authority to new heights during his first year as executive director. His focus on economic development, technology, and community engagement will continue to benefit the region for years to come.

Voting Members

Boone County Logan County
Mickey Brown Willie Akers
Jim Gore Allyn Sue Barker
Doug Green Art Kirkendoll
Dan Parker Clinton Winter
   
Lincoln County Mingo County
Thomas Ramey David Baisden
Dwight Coburn Marvin Vernatter
Dr. Cliff Hill Jared Fletcher
Kerry Matthews Howard Sammons

Ex-Officio Members

Joanne Tomblin SWVCTC
Rocky Adkins Logan EDA
Larry Lodato Boone EDA
Larry Stutler Lincoln EDA
Mike Whitt Mingo RDA

The directors of the county development authorities of each of the counties and the President of the Southern WV Community and Technical College are non-voting members.