Lou Stein
Valley Ventures
Executive Director
“Valley Ventures has a proven commitment to assisting Ohio Valley business owners & entrepreneurs to expand or start their businesses. Our Mission is business development, economic development, and job creation throughout the region.” |
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Kwik King Food Stores
Toronto, WV
We own an 8-store Convenient Store chain which sells gas and convenient items, along with hot food. & a deli. We offer Marathon and Sunoco gasoline under the Kwik King Food Stores name. Contact us at (740) 537-2102 or www.kwikkingstores.com |
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“Lou Stein brought us to our newest location in Weirton, WV. Lou’s persistence proved to be right-on when it came to the location we picked. It has been open 6 months and we are ahead of expectations.
John Riley, Owner |
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Steubenville Revitalization
Steubenville, OH
The Steubenville Revitalization Group (SRG) is a volunteer organization founded by downtown business owners, professionals, and concerned citizens with the mission of revitalizing Historic Downtown Steubenville, OH. Call (866)263-8467 or
www.dowtownsteubenvillesrg.com |
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“Valley Ventures has been a valuable resource in the Steubenville Revitalization efforts. They have been instrumental in placing independent specialty shops in the core area. Their commitment to revitalize downtown’s everywhere is very commendable.”
Jerry Barilla & Judy Bratten, SRG |
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Scaffidi’s
Steubenville, OH
Scaffidi’s Pasta is a family owned restaurant specializing in homemade pasta & sauces. The pasta dishes and the atmosphere are based on the concept “Sunday afternoon at nonna’s house” Call us at 740-314-5233 or visit us at www.scaffidipasta.com. |
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“We truly feel that Valley Ventures is the foundation of our business. They helped us through the all important start-up phase and continue to be trusted advisors as we proceed to grow our business.”
Nino & Dawn Scaffidi, Owners |
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Irvin Insurance
Wintersville, OH
Irvin Insurance Services is an independent agency offering a full product line of home, auto, commercial insurance. Our offices are located Wintersville, Steubenville & Bellaire. For more information, contact us at 740-264-5029 or visit our website www.irvininsurance.com |
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“Not only have I seen Valley Ventures assist many small business owners, but they were invaluable to me in a recent acquisition. It’s like having a built-in board of directors to assist in many areas of expertise. I would highly recommend Valley Ventures to my friends and clients!”
Chris Irvin, Owner |
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Altair Development
Weirton, WV
Weirton, WV
Altair Development has a 41 acre mixed use development, The Village at Colliers Way, across from Weirton Medical Center. We have five more commercial lots for sale or lease. Call 304-723-9782 or 304-914-2676 or visit http://www.collierswayvillage.com/home |
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“Valley Ventures worked closely with us to formulate our business plan. The contacts Lou Stein has were invaluable in helping us get this project financed, developing our marketing, and was instrumental in selling our first property on the site”
Mike Chek & Mike Heilman, Owners |
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Rock Springs Auto
Chester, WV
Rock Springs Auto is a well respected auto parts and repair shop that has been in business in Chester for many years. Our specialty is top quality sales and service for all of your auto repair needs. Call us today at 304-387-0619 |
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“I don’t think words can express how grateful we are to Lou Stein and Valley Ventures. Without their help in developing a business and financing plan, I am not sure we would be in business today.”
Lance & Deanne Hooper, Owners |
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Baby Boomers Realty
Weirton, WV
Baby Boomers & Beyond Realty is a unique concept in real estate, concentrating on helping clients age in place and offers support for caregivers and veteran’s needs with our circle of service providers. (724) 947-4700 www.babyboomersandbeyondrealty.com |
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“Valley Ventures was extremely important in providing valuable information and guidance needed at the outset of this concept. We continue to have a great relationship and seek input from Valley Ventures.”
J. J. Guida, Owner |
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Forever Young
Steubenville, OH
Forever Young, “Upscale Resale for Children” is located at 336 Market Street in downtown Steubenville. Our business philosophy is to offer Upscale, Quality, Gently Used Merchandise to our customers at a Fair and Affordable Price. Contact us at 740-284-0910. |
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“Without the help of Valley Ventures and Lou Stein, Forever Young would not have happened. As we continue to grow, Lou still offers his knowledge, support and ideas to see that we succeed. He’s always just a phone call away.”
Ed & Louise Lloyd, Owners |
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Stuff With Attitude
Follansbee, WV
Stuff with Attitude is a multi-faceted corporation with shops in Weirton & Follansbee. We specialize in customizing apparel and window vinyl with single or multiple item orders, supplying designs for teams, schools, businesses and individuals at 304-527-7074 or www.stuffwithattitude.com. |
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“Any business in the Ohio Valley would be extremely well served to take advantage of Valley Ventures’ guidance, assistance and enthusiastic expertise! This is pure professionalism at its highest level and we are forever indebted.”
John & Nancy Clancy, Owners
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Fuscardo Automotive
Weirton, WV
Fuscardo Automotive of Weirton is a full service, high-quality, automotive repair center offering computer diagnostics, pick-up and delivery, customer shuttle service and auto detailing. For more information call 304-723-CARS (2277). |
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“I started my automotive business two years ago and needed new equipment to expand my business. Valley Ventures provided me the financial and professional help to expand and meet the needs of my growing business.
Keith Fuscardo, Owner
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Allietta Ford
Wellsburg, WV
Sales: New or pre-owned (anything with wheels)
Service: Anything with wheels (any make, or model)
Specializing in: Ford and Diesels (buses, big trucks, etc. all makes and models)
304-737-0211—www.alliettaford.com |
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“Valley Ventures helped me through the whole process. If it wasn’t for them I probably wouldn’t be here! They helped guide me all the way, step-by-step.
Matt Allietta, Owner
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Krazy Bout Sportz
Weirton, WV
Krazy Bout Sportz is an Indoor Sports & entertainment Complex for the tri-state area. We offer sports on Astro Turf, Inflatables, Birthday Parties, Arcade, Concessions, FREE family movie nights & much more. Call us at 304-914-3248 or check us out on the web @ www.krazyboutsportz.com |
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“Valley Ventures was a great asset in assisting us to fulfill our dream of opening a sports/entertainment complex in the Ohio Valley, helping us with our financial planning as well as guiding us in the right direction.”
Patty Soplinski/Mary Lou Pittman,Owners
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Hughes Xerographic
Bellaire, OH
Hughes Xerographic is your one-stop vendor for your office machines, office supplies, networking services and laser printers. Call us at (740) 676-8000.
Visit us at www.hughesxerographic.com |
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“Hughes was looking to acquire one of our main competitors. Valley Ventures was instrumental in helping to line up the needed financing for the deal.”
Adam & Joe Hughes, Owners |
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A & K Fundraisers
Weirton, WV
A & K Fundraisers is the supplier of quality hoagies to any organization in the tri-state area in need of raising funds. A & K also distributes fresh sandwiches to convenience stores in the tri-state area under the name Double D’s Sandwiches. Call us at 304-723-0366 or visit us at akfundraisers.samsbiz.com |
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“After moving our business to Weirton, we contacted Valley Ventures. The counseling, guidance, & financial assistance we’ve received, have greatly enabled us to grow our business in a little over a years time.”
Don Donaldson, Owner |
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SMART Centre Market
Wheeling, WV
SMART Centre Market located in Wheeling is an interactive science store and gallery featuring museum quality fossil replicas and fossils, science and nature art, jewelry, science toys, exhibits and Kirke’s ice cream. For more information call 1-800-23DINOS. Visit us at www.smartcentre.org and on Facebook. |
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“The success that SMART Centre has is a direct result of the advice and mentoring of Lou Stein of Valley Ventures. We had the dream - Lou helped us every step of the way to making our dream a reality.”
Robert & Libby Strong, Owners |
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Tonda’s Place
Wellsville, OH
Tonda’s Place us a small breakfast and lunch restaurant. We serve homemade breads and Mickey Mouse pancakes for the kids. Great atmosphere where there are no strangers. Phone us at 330-532-4000 or email me at Tondalu57@yahoo.com |
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“Valley Ventures was recommended by a local politician. We had the keys to the restaurant and were in business within 4 months. Could not have done this adventure on my own. The professional guidance was priceless.
Tonda Ross, Owner
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Ariana’s Restaurant
Follansbee, WV
Join us for fine family dining. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We cater your special occasion. Let us make your occasion an experience you won’t forget. We can accommodate up to 200 guests. For more information, call us at 304-527-7015. |
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“We were renovating our building when we heard about Valley Ventures. Lou Stein has given us business guidance and helped us financially. We opened our restaurant and his is still helping to give us advice.
Miri & Simon Zohar, Owners |
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Procreations
Weirton, WV
Procreations is an online maternity lab coat business geared toward helping expecting medical professionals look and feel their best during pregnancy and beyond. Visit our site at www.maternitylabcoats.com. |
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“Valley Ventures helped get my product to market primarily through networking. Lou Stein was instrumental in guiding us through the entire process and connected us with our manufacturer, embroiderer and marketers, all of which are local small businesses, so that we can proudly state that our coats are solely made in the USA.”
Maria Tranto, Owner
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Spin Launderette
Weirton, WV
Spin Launderette is a full-service Laundromat featuring state of the art high speed commercial washers and dryers. We also offer drop-off laundry service (wash-dry-fold) along with dry cleaning by Two Brothers of Steubenville.
304-224-1084 |
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“Valley Ventures helped my brother and me write a business plan that was key to securing financing at favorable rates. Lou seems genuinely interested in our business succeeding. Currently he’s helping with our marketing plan.”
Lou Bernardi, Owner
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Weirton Collision Center
Weirton, WV
Weirton Collision Center provides any and all services to do with the automotive industry; collision work, full details, windshield replacements and quality used cars.
Call us at 304-748-5600 |
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“I don’t think words can express how grateful I am to Lou Stein and Valley Ventures. Without their help I am not sure I would be in business today.”
Jerry Rash, Owner |
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