“Coalfield Development has been one of the leading organizations addressing community revitalization and transformation in the West Virginia southern coalfields for the past ten years. It's been inspiring to watch them transform a dream and a vision into a robust, effective business that has employed hundreds, trained thousands, and put shovels in the ground to turn dilapidated abandoned buildings into vibrant, useful housing and community space. Coalfield Development was a founding partner of the Abandoned Properties Coalition, and has been an active and trusted partner of our work at the WV Community Development Hub for the past decade. They show up when they promise to, do what they say they're going to do, and consistently go far beyond anyone's expectations of what is realistic and achievable. They demonstrate what magic can happen when you dream big, walk beside and support West Virginians who want to transform their lives and their communities, and always act with integrity and humility. I can't wait to see what they accomplish in the next ten years."

"Over the past several years it's been exciting to collaborate with an innovative leader and organization that is deeply embedded in the the communities they serve and has improved people's everyday life."

“I have run into a lot of people and organizations over my long career, and without question I can say that Brandon Dennison and Coalfield Development truly stand out as remarkable. They are sincere and true in their mission to improve the standard of living of southern West Virginia and Appalachia by community development and economic development. The optimistic spirit and passionate commitment of Coalfield Development is inspirational. They make us all proud.”

"Coalfield Development has been a truly valuable partner to communities throughout coal-impacted areas of southern West Virginia. During some very challenging times, Coalfield has stepped up with innovative ideas and holistic approaches to transform our challenges into opportunities. The Coalfield Development team believes in the people of Appalachia and is willing to do the hard, patient work of rebuilding the Appalachian economy from the ground up. We are proud to partner with Coalfield. We are amazed by the progress Coalfield has inspired in its first 10 years. And we cannot wait to see what the next decade brings."

"I appreciate Coalfield Development for their compassion and uniqueness of reaching out with a caring heart to support and retrain those who have lost jobs regardless of gender or race. I’ve witnessed the administration go way beyond employer/employee relationship to care for the well-being of its staff. Coalfield Development is a cut above."

“The future success of West Virginia’s economy will be based on the continued strength of its workforce. Our determination and creativity helped build this nation. By investing in workforce development, we can harness this spirit and move into new and exciting frontiers. Coalfield Development Corporation’s holistic approach is a model for how we can create these opportunities from the ground up by focusing on individual growth in addition to teaching important skills. It has been exciting to watch their success over the past 10 years, and I look forward to continue partnering with them to provide opportunity for all West Virginians.”

“West Virginians are the most hardworking people I’ve ever met, and organizations like the Coalfield Development Corporation showcase that determination every day. The Coalfield Development Corporation has done incredible work in southern West Virginia, boosting our state, the economy and supporting workforce development programs across the region. Our state needs more organizations like Coalfields that give back by helping West Virginians contribute to their communities and invest in local economies, in turn growing and strengthening a region of our state that has significant need. Congratulations to Brandon Dennison and the entire Coalfields team on ten successful years in the Mountain State, I look forward to seeing great things you are able to accomplish in the next decade.”

“Congratulations to Coalfield Development on ten years of rebuilding Appalachia! It has been an honor and a privilege to work with this terrific organization to revitalize Southern West Virginia and provide innovative solutions that diversify our economy and create new jobs. The Coalfield Development team is working to breathe new life into our communities and provide more opportunities for success for all West Virginians. As we continue to rebuild, renew, and regrow our economy, I look forward to supporting their efforts for years to come.”

"What I appreciate the most about Coalfield Development is the authenticity of their drive. They don’t ignore the challenges we face; they don’t blame others for a predicament; they don’t sit and blandly wish for things to just get better; instead, they are driven to look at our challenges head on, tap into the creative, hard-working, persevering souls of our shared heritage and then they help us all to 'Appalachian Up'."