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Edwina “Eddie” Benites-LM
Executive Director
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Benites-LM has over 20 years of success in government relations and economic development.  She has experience as a staffer in the US Senate, as a federal lobbyist primarily representing governmental entities, and as a small business owner.  Benites-LM earned a master's degree in rural development through the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and her undergraduate degree is through George Washington University.  She recently earned a graduate certificate in Excellence in Local Governance through the University of Maryland. Benites-LM serves on various boards and commissions, coaches youth basketball, and is a mom of four.

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Ryan Snyder
Program Manager
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The fourth generation to live and work his family’s Shepherdstown farm, Snyder grew up learning the business at home and as an active member of 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA), eventually earning an American FFA degree. He graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science in agribusiness management. In 2021, he competed as a member of the team which won the prestigious West Virginia Collegiate Business Plan Contest by developing a business plan for a local meat processing facility. “New technology and innovation are nurturing agribusiness success here, and it’s great to be on the frontlines helping,” he says.

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Anna Padilla
Administrative Assistant
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A graduate of Shepherd University with a Bachelor of Arts in political science, Padilla started her career in county government as the commission secretary/grants administrator with the Morgan County Commission. A native of Jefferson County, she now lives in the area with her husband Jay and their daughters and says, “It’s gratifying to see Jefferson County really come into its own as a great place to do business, and to be part of the team that’s making it happen.”

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Tayler Sisk
Project Specialist
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Tayler is a graduate of Shepherd University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies with a concentration in economics and development.  She is a proud West Virginian with a passion for uplifting Appalachian communities.  "Jefferson County has a wonderful atmosphere for businesses to flourish.  I'm happy to be part of a team working to support local businesses and provide them with the necessary tools for success," she shares. 

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Edwina “Eddie” Benites-LM
Executive Director
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Benites-LM has over 20 years of success in government relations and economic development.  She has experience as a staffer in the US Senate, as a federal lobbyist primarily representing governmental entities, and as a small business owner.  Benites-LM earned a master's degree in rural development through the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and her undergraduate degree is through George Washington University.  She recently earned a graduate certificate in Excellence in Local Governance through the University of Maryland. Benites-LM serves on various boards and commissions, coaches youth basketball, and is a mom of four.


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Ryan Snyder
Program Manager
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The fourth generation to live and work his family’s Shepherdstown farm, Snyder grew up learning the business at home and as an active member of 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA), eventually earning an American FFA degree. He graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science in agribusiness management. In 2021, he competed as a member of the team which won the prestigious West Virginia Collegiate Business Plan Contest by developing a business plan for a local meat processing facility. “New technology and innovation are nurturing agribusiness success here, and it’s great to be on the frontlines helping,” he says.


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Anna Padilla
Administrative Assistant
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A graduate of Shepherd University with a Bachelor of Arts in political science, Padilla started her career in county government as the commission secretary/grants administrator with the Morgan County Commission. A native of Jefferson County, she now lives in the area with her husband Jay and their daughters and says, “It’s gratifying to see Jefferson County really come into its own as a great place to do business, and to be part of the team that’s making it happen.”


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Tayler Sisk
Project Specialist
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Tayler is a graduate of Shepherd University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies with a concentration in economics and development.  She is a proud West Virginian with a passion for uplifting Appalachian communities.  "Jefferson County has a wonderful atmosphere for businesses to flourish.  I'm happy to be part of a team working to support local businesses and provide them with the necessary tools for success," she shares. 



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