Ascend WV Remote Worker Program Promo Video

April, 12, 2021 - West Virginia officials launched "the nation’s premiere remote-work program, aimed at recruiting outdoor-enthusiast professionals to the Mountain State.: The program, supported by West Virginia native Brad D. Smith and his wife Alys, will allow adventurers to enjoy world-class recreation, uncrowded spaces, and a low cost of living while staying fully connected to their jobs. And it comes with the country’s best remote worker incentive package: $12,000 and a year’s worth of free outdoor recreation.
Governor Justice, Intuit Chairman Brad D. Smith and his wife, Alys, and West Virginia University (WVU) President E. Gordon Gee gathered virtually for the event this morning. There was tremendous support from local mayors and county officials from the program’s first three host cities—Morgantown, Shepherdstown and Lewisburg.

“Today, we are rolling out the red carpet and inviting remote workers from across the country to make Almost Heaven, West Virginia their new home,” said Gov. Justice. “I couldn’t be more proud of the dream team that we’ve assembled to get this program off the ground. From the generous support of our private partners, Brad and Alys Smith, to my landmark legislation (HB2026) passed by the Legislature, and the educational foundation laid by WVU, this collaboration has developed a program that will leave a lasting impact on our great state forevermore.”

The unveiling of Ascend WV comes after the Smiths’ transformational $25 million gift to WVU’s Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative (Smith OEDC) in late 2020. In just six short months, the Smith OEDC paired up with representatives from the Department of Tourism and Department of Economic Development to craft a program that carries out their shared vision.

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[emilyclucker]

I applied and I am praying I will get selected! This place looks so beautiful compared to the hot and dry deserts of Arizona :)

[josephhoward]

Great concept! Please put Fayetteville on your list for expansion.

[danielpeter]

Great but add all WV to the program cause I already found my little peace of heaven in a small city of yours and I don't actually like bigger cities...
Should I buy the home ?

[tactical]

It’s bribing you with $12, 000. If this Millionaire wants to invest $25M then invest in the people of West Virginia the same people that live here everyday and struggle here everyday.

[hoangngoctrung]

the video image is too poor, you need to fix it more