Finalists Announced for Wheeling Heritage Show of Hands
WHEELING- Wheeling Heritage Show of Hands has announced the finalists for its next Show of Hands set for later this month.
The event, which is sponsored by Orrick, will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 29 on the third floor of the Wheeling Artisan Center. This community-supported crowdfunding event allows attendees to meet four local entrepreneurs, learn about their innovative projects, and cast their vote for the one they believe will have the greatest impact on the community.
Since its inception, Show of Hands has raised $143,864 to support local businesses and projects that drive lasting positive change in Wheeling.
“I’m absolutely thrilled to kick off my first full season with Wheeling Heritage and help host the 11th season of Show of Hands,” said Riley Carpenter, director of programming at Wheeling Heritage. “This event has always been such a fantastic way to bring the community together, and I can’t wait to see everyone show up to support these incredible local entrepreneurs. It’s going to be a night of inspiration, innovation, and lots of excitement, and your vote has the power to help make these projects a reality.”
Those selected to make presentations are as follows:
– Dunnage LLC – Aaron Varlas (Home-Based, Warwood): Specializing in sustainable, in-house custom screen printing and design.
– Moonlight Intimate Apparel – Ashley Sutton (Centre Market): A women-owned boutique offering fully restored vintage intimate apparel, size-inclusive modern lingerie, loungewear, and accessories.
– Outdated Threads – Nicholas Provenzano (Centre Market): Focused on selling clothing and unique items aged 20 years or older.
– Unique Nails – Carnetta Webb (Market Plaza): Providing acrylic nails and safe, state-compliant nail enhancements for men, women, and children.
Those attending Show of Hands make a $5 donation at the door, where they will receive a ballot to vote on the presentations and go on to dinner. They will cast their vote for the project they want to support after hearing the presentations. The project with the most votes receives all of the money raised from the votes, plus additional contributions from community partners.
Winners return to a future Show of Hands event to share updates on their project’s progress, how the funds were used, and the impact it had on the community.
For more information or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact Carpenter at rcarpenter@wheelingheritage.org.