Appalachian Conference on Social Enterprise

Ready to make an impact? 🌟 The Appalachian Conference on Social Enterprise is back November 19th and 20th! Join us as we explore how homegrown enterprises can drive meaningful economic development while addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within our communities.  Don’t miss this opportunity to help build the collaborative ecosystem our region needs to thrive from the ground up.

Thank you to our organizing partners Shawnee State University and the Kricker Innovation Hub, Rural Action, Coalfield Development, Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR), Marshall University,  International Economic Development Counsel, University of Charleston West Virginia, JaM Strategies, LearnLaunch Fund, West Virginia University, and Ohio University Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.

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Are you developing an idea or building a business that’s changing the Appalachian community for the better? ✨The Appalachian Conference on Social Enterprise (ACOSE) invites you to share your vision at the 2025 Pitch Competition on Thursday, November 20, 2025! 

This is your chance to: 

·        Pitch your idea to funders, judges, and peers 

·        Compete for over $10,000 in cash prizes  

·        Receive expert coaching at no cost 

·        Build lasting connections with funders, mentors, and fellow entrepreneurs 

Learn More & Apply Here

Pitch competition registration closes on October 24th!