"In north central West Virginia, we're blessed with a skilled and educated work force, a significant research capacity, a strong private sector, a great quality of life and capital. FastTrac^® is the educational component that helps bring all of those resources together for the entrepreneur."
Scott Rotruck, former president, Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce

"Operating a family-owned business has special challenges. Our business has spanned three generations, and I was looking for professional development to meet those challenges and make us even more successful. FastTrac^® helped me understand the critical components of my business while I put together a business plan. The knowledge I gained through FastTrac^® is invaluable and I'll carry it with me long into the future."
Mark Oliverio, Oliverio Italian Style Peppers

"After having completed the program, I am well prepared to accomplish my goals and successfully manage my personal business venture. The FastTrac^® program provided me the time, expert guidance and tools to plan for my businesses. I have a much better understanding of the small business funding market and the basic lending requirements of various sources. In short, the class was a great value."
Brian Diamond, former membership director, Pittsburgh Technology Council

"The FastTrac^® class was designed to benefit both the experienced entrepreneur and someone new to the field of business. It combined book knowledge with real world examples and free-flowing discussions. The diverse cross-section of business professionals added a unique look into the practical side of planning a business. If one is in need of a better, more structured, educated way to plan a business, FastTrac^® is a perfect solution."
Trev Hall, business consultant, Morgantown, WV

"FastTrac^® provided the blueprint necessary to think through and develop the essential components of a successful business plan and operation."
Kenneth E. Martin, Ph.D., West Virginia University Extension Service

"FastTrac^® is an MBA in 10 weeks. The knowledge gained has given me the ability, enthusiasm and confidence to pursue personal business ventures. Additionally, the attained insight allowed me to be actively involved in the corporate restructuring of my employer. Whether one is a seasoned business owner, a corporate executive or a hopeful entrepreneur, the FastTrac^® program is structured to accommodate all."
Bill Hunt, Information Research Corporation

"I give FastTrac^® my highest recommendation. The program covers the integral areas of a business operation and gives participants access to information, methodologies and successful business people. At the same time, each participant is building his or her own business plan, and you can apply the valuable experience and knowledge gained."
Scott Trefz, T4 Systems

"The FastTrac^® program helps one learn all aspects of being an entrepreneur: such as financial, legal, marketing and competitors. Sometimes it makes you think about things one doesn't want to but are necessary to be successful."
Diana Lewis, Action Facilities Management

"The facilitator and instructors were extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The guest speakers brought reality to the lectures and reading as well as offered extraordinary networking opportunities. Through this course, I was able to assimilate a very large amount of useful information, get a great start on my business plan, and establish lasting relationships with highly professional people who want to see my business succeed."
Paul Kinder, Canaan Valley Institute