As a professional in the marketing and advertising industry since 1988, Jim has a deep understanding of the local, state and regional marketplace and he provides the communication tools and strategies necessary to reach key target audiences with powerful messages carefully designed to get results.

He loves to help people simplify, clarify and amplify their marketing messages so their best customer prospects listen, read, watch and RESPOND in meaningful ways.

Originally from Hopewell, Pennsylvania, Jim is a 39 year resident of Morgantown.

He graduated from West Virginia University with a BS in Advertising from the Perley Issac Reed School of Journalism in 1988.  He has extensive experience in leadership positions with media companies in newspaper (The Dominion Post), television (WBOY - 12NEWS), cable (Rutter Media), direct mail (VALPAK), radio (100.9 FM) and Internet. Jim is 55 years old and is currently active in, and has held leadership positions with the Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce (6 year Board Member), PACE Enterprises (Board President 5 years), Rotary Club of Morgantown (Past-President), Mountaineer Chapter BNI (Leadership Team), and the West Virginia Miracle Baseball League (Founding Board member and 16+ year coach). 

Jim is also the author of "Marketing Matters" book and the founder and host of Positively West Virginia, a weekly iTunes podcast that highlights business leaders making a positive contribution to West Virginia.

Jim lives in Morgantown with his wife Rebekah Matuga, and has two children Dylan (30 years old) and Jordan (28 years old).

Jim and Rebekah have two Chihuahuas Daisy and Petunia. Jim and Rebekah are active volunteers with Chestnut Ridge Church, Chestnut Mountain Ranch, Rotary International, Miracle League baseball, United Way, and love to spend time in the outdoors traveling, fishing, camping and adventuring. They both have a passion for making West Virginia a better place for all.

Brian Jarvis is president and owner of WV News, publisher of The Exponent Telegram, The State Journal, Blue & Gold News, Fairmont News, Bridgeport News, Weston News, Preston News & Journal, The Garrett Co. Republican, Your Bulletin Board and NCWV Life magazine, with headquarters in Clarksburg, West Virginia, as well as offices in Fairmont, Morgantown, Kingwood, Charleston and Oakland, Maryland, as well as an investor in the Charleston Gazette-Mail.

He and his wife, Rachel, who is also a practicing attorney, have two daughters, Evelynn and Eleanor.

Andy Kniceley is the Publisher of NCWV Media and its ancillary publications and websites: The Exponent Telegram, The State Journal, wvnews.com , Morgantown News, Blue & Gold News, Fairmont News, Bridgeport News, Weston News, Preston News & Journal, Garrett Co. Republican and NCWV Life magazine.

Andy graduated from Morehead State University with a BBA in Business Administration and has completed advanced certifications from Northwestern University Media Management Center, American Press Institute Executive Development and CMYK University Executive Press Training. He is responsible for all day-to-day operations including Advertising, Circulation, News, Production and Digital Media. In addition, Andy is a columnist and member of the Editorial Board.

Dylan was raised in North Central West Virginia. He received a degree in broadcast communications with a specialization in cinematic arts from Liberty University in December 2013. Dylan delights in helping clients craft their stories in an effort to make sincere connections with their audience through the use of film. His experience in video production includes co-founding a marketing agency in 2012 and producing/directing several campus promotional pieces for the University.

Dylan is a lover of frisbee, cheesy action movies and protein. He enjoys being outside with his wife Kelsey and their pup Scoop.

Liza is a graduate of West Virginia University and won a National Daytime Emmy Award in 2006. She has years of experience producing cable and network TV shows in New York City for TLC, Discovery, NBC News and the Fox Broadcasting Network. Upon returning to Morgantown, Liza started Park Street Productions to help business owners share their stories and connect with customers. She recently joined the InnerAction team and looks forward to telling your story.

Liza is also a mom, a wife, a part time runner and she has never read a book to which she couldn’t fall asleep.

Eric Tomlinson is a 1994 graphic design graduate from West Virginia University. He worked for 23 years for The Dominion Post as a graphic artist, web developer, photographer and illustrator.

Eric enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter doing various activities that include playing sports, being outdoors, arts, crafts, watching movies and much more

Mackenzie is 2015 graduate of Mount Holyoke College, where she designed her own major: Media, Gender, and Power. Mackenzie has prior experience in photojournalism, sports photography, and video marketing. Mackenzie was born and raised in Connecticut, but has lived in Pittsburgh, PA for the past 5 years.

When Mackenzie isn’t producing and editing videos at IAM, she can usually be found cheering on her favorite sports teams, working out in her home gym, or spending time with her English Bulldog, Maggie.

Paige Malenock, originally from Uniontown PA, earned her undergrad in Corporate Communication from Penn State Fayette and obtained her MBA from PennWest California. Paige holds a background in corporate recruitment, staffing management and client relations.

In her spare time, she coordinates and oversees the 'Wee Kids' program at Mount Moriah Baptist Church. She resides in PA with her dog, Rosie, and enjoys spending time with family.

Hampton grew up in Parkersburg, WV. He graduated from Liberty University with his B.S. in Business Administration: Digital Marketing and Advertising in 2020. Hampton has a passion for serving others and making impactful connections. He has experience in logistics and data analysis and holds a background in digital marketing and operations management.

In his free time Hampton enjoys watching movies and sports. He also has a love for playing and listening to all different types of music. 

Bethany was raised in Davis, West Virginia. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Fairmont State University in May of 2018 and her Master’s degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from West Virginia University in December 2019. Bethany is responsible for creating content and managing clients social media platforms. She enjoys getting to interact with clients and help them share their story.

When Bethany isn’t developing content for clients she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys working on her latest art piece or starting a new book series. 

Megan Hudock grew up in Uniontown Pennsylvania. She is a graduate of the Perley Isaac Reed School of Journalism at West Virginia University with a degree in Broadcast Journalism.Megan spent five years roaming West Virginia as a reporter at WBOY 12 News, mainly in Monongalia County. This is where she became familiar with all of the great things that West Virginia has to offer and met many great people along the way.

Megan is taking on the role of the IAM Multimedia Journalist and is excited to help tell the unique stories of clients throughout the area.

In her free time, Megan enjoys swimming, attempting to perfect French macarons in the kitchen, and spending time with her schnauzer, Sadie.

Gabe was born and raised in Steubenville Ohio. With an associate degree in Computer Sciences from Pittsburgh Technical College, his passion is storytelling through a lens. He finds purpose in seeking benefitial perspectives and using intentional methods to share them. If he isn’t creating marketing content, he’s still out there shooting something whether it be backpacking vlogs, drum covers, or cinematic passion projects. Gabe also enjoys time creating memories with his lovely wife and two daughters.

Nathan is from Charleston, West Virginia. He is currently pursuing a degree in strategic communications with an emphasis in advertising from the Reed College of Media at West Virginia University, and is expected to finish his degree in the fall of 2022. Nathan has a passion for storytelling through blog writing, photography, and videography. In his free time, Nathan loves to fly fish, hunt, ski, backpack, cook and workout with his wife Chloe.