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Jayla Robinson Finds The Right Perspective By Asking ‘Why Not?’

By ERIC AYRES WHEELING — Whenever Jayla Robinson feels herself holding back from trying something new, she’s learned to ask herself, “Why not?” As a realtor and social media director at Paull Associates, Robinson embraces the “why not” attitude in the world of real estate and in ...

Kristen Caldwell Growing In Role At Main Street Bank

By DEREK REDD WHEELING — Kristen Caldwell’s career at Main Street Bank — her banking career in total, to be honest — came, she said, kind of by happenstance. She got her foot in the door at the bank when she had her husband ask a friend if any teller positions were available. That ...

Colleen Megna Says Asking Questions Leads To Success

By JOSELYN KING WHEELING — Colleen Megna, banking center manager for WesBanco, says those most poised for success are those asking questions. “If I were asked to give advice to a young woman starting out in my field, I would tell her to ask questions. At least 50% of the people in the ...

Multi-Business Owner Susan Lapham: Don’t Be Afraid to Try

BARNESVILLE — Susan D. Lapham believes people shouldn’t be afraid to try. Whether it’s trying something new, trying something that sounds crazy or trying to make it on your own, the owner of three businesses knows you can’t get anywhere if you don’t try. Lapham grew up on a farm ...

Judi Porterfield Serving Up Delicious Treats

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — Judi Porterfield is serving the area’s sweet tooth and creativity as president of Kirke’s Ice Cream and owner of Judi’s Creative Kitchen. Porterfield, 52, works with her husband, Kirke Porterfield. “On the ice cream side, I am in charge of production, employees, ...