2009 Young Guns

Leah Summers

Posted On: May 26, 2012

Vice President of Government Relations, Mylan Inc. by Kensie Westerfield In today’s world most people change jobs and companies endless amounts of time. Leah Summers found what she was looking for in Mylan as a summer intern 16 years ago and has never left. She has held numerous positions while working her way up to vice president of government relations. Having [...]

Daniel Snavely

Posted On: May 26, 2012

Interventional Cardiologist, Huntington Internal Medicine Group by Kensie Westerfield “Sometimes in the cath lab, after I have worked a really complex case and had a good outcome, I will bust a sweet rhyme.” For Dr. Daniel Snavely, growing up in Chattaroy, WV on the basketball court led to other skills than a great jump-shot. It also led to the [...]

Christopher Sizemore

Posted On: May 26, 2012

CEO, Loop Pharmacy & Home Medical by Kensie Westerfield Inspired by Ronald Reagan’s leadership ability, Christopher Sizemore grew up wanting to be the President of the United States. However, in the 10th grade, his biology teacher, Nancy Shumate, suggested that he combine his leadership skills with his interest in science and study health administration. Sizemore took her advice and [...]

Christen Simpson

Posted On: May 26, 2012

Dentist, Simpson Dental Associates by Kensie Westerfield As this year’s youngest new Young Gun, Dr. Christen Simpson has been able to see many of her dreams accomplished. At just 28 years of age, Simpson is proud of the choice she made to become a dentist. “I always thought I would do something in the medical field because helping people [...]

Christopher Rankin

Posted On: May 26, 2012

Head Designer and President, Christian Caine by Kensie Westerfield Christopher Rankin owns one of the most successful jewelry stores in West Virginia. With his close proximity to the Washington D.C. and Baltimore metropolitan areas, he serves a wide base of clientele. Growing his jewelry store, Christian Caine, he has been able to experience the world. Design trips took him [...]

Sean Mayberry

Posted On: May 26, 2012

Investment Advisor, Lanham, O’Dell & Company by Kensie Westerfield Sean Mayberry has never been able to live life simply. In fact, it is this part of his personality that helped develop his ability to think independently and to challenge conventional wisdom. From an early age, Mayberry exhibited a zest for life that sometimes led to trouble. “I was 15 [...]

Carte Goodwin

Posted On: May 26, 2012

General Counsel for Governor Joe Manchin by Jennifer Nugent Every day, a select few converge under the gold-plated dome of the West Virginia State Capitol, an easily recognizable icon of “Montani Semper Liberi,” the state’s motto, that can be seen from miles around and a place where the commitment to public service is upheld with the highest form of [...]