climbing, hiking, and more,” he explains. “This area offers visitors an authentic Appalachian experience, blending natural beauty with vibrant small-town charm.” The region’s accessibility is also a key asset. “With the airport’s improvements, it’s even easier for visitors to reach these destinations, whether they’re coming for outdoor adventures or regional resorts,” Rogerson adds.“Nemacolin, for example, is just over the Pennsylvania border, and many visitors fly into Morgantown to start their journey. As our airport services grow, we expect tourism to become an even more significant contributor to the regional economy.” A SHARED VISION FOR SUSTAINED GROWTH Both Vrabel and Rogerson share a united long-term vision. For Vrabel, completing the runway extension remains the top priority. “After that, we’ll focus on attracting more corporate tenants and developing mixed-use areas for aviation and non-aviation businesses. We’re preparing the infrastructure so companies can build quickly once they’re ready.” Rogerson echoes the transformative potential. 206 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 07
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