NACCE Member Spotlight: Charles Almond, WVU-Parkersburg 

Meet Charles Almond, a dedicated Professor at WVU-Parkersburg, where the spirit of entrepreneurship thrives. A proud NACCE member since 2011, Charles has been a champion of entrepreneurial education, bringing innovation and collaboration to the forefront of his work.

Most Impactful Membership Benefit:
“The Everyday Entrepreneur Program has probably had the biggest impact,” Charles shares. “The resources and support available are excellent, and hearing ideas from other schools has been invaluable.”

Engagement with NACCE:
Charles has attended two national conferences, which he calls the “highlight of the year,” and regularly participates in monthly Everyday Entrepreneur consortium meetings. These events have fueled his creativity and sparked actionable ideas to improve his campus programs.

Professional Growth Through NACCE:
Whether diving deep into new concepts during conference sessions or bringing fresh ideas back to WVU-Parkersburg, Charles values the transformational learning experiences NACCE provides. He especially appreciates NACCE’s partnerships—like the Verizon Digital Ready program—for delivering crucial tools to empower students and local entrepreneurs.

Making a Difference Through NACCE:
One standout moment came after the school’s first pitch competition. Realizing there was room for growth, Charles turned to the Everyday Entrepreneur Playbook and Verizon resources to elevate the event. These tools gave him a customizable roadmap to raise the bar for future competitions.

Advice to Maximize NACCE Membership:
“Make sure your administration is on board,” Charles advises. “Here at WVU-Parkersburg, everyone from the top down is committed to entrepreneurship—it makes all the difference.”

Why Others Should Join NACCE:
“I would unequivocally tell anyone who’s thinking about it to join,” says Charles. “You’ll gain a whole community of like-minded, enthusiastic people who want to help everyone succeed.”

👏 Thank you, Charles, for your passion, innovation, and commitment to advancing entrepreneurial thinking in higher education!