Event Planning and Community Growth with Sergio Rodriguez

In this episode of the Kanawha Valley Hustlers podcast, I talk with Sergio Rodriguez, director of the WVSU Center in Charleston. He shares how the center hosts events like weddings, meetings, and community gatherings. We are here during Meet-Up 64, an event for young professionals, which he has been planning with Up Next Charlie West, Putnam CREW, Huntington Young Professionals, and Counsel Connections. Sergio tells me about his journey from Nicaragua to West Virginia in 2018 and how the welcoming community made him feel at home. He describes West Virginians as family, always offering support and mentorship. He explains how his background in journalism and marketing led him to his current role, where he focuses on connecting the community through events. When I ask for event planning advice, he emphasizes having a vision but being open to collaboration. He assures that the WVSU Center helps people refine and execute their ideas. Sergio’s dedication to fostering community connections highlights the spirit of Charleston.