Judy Moore Leads Country Roads Angel Network Operations
The veteran executive moves to the investment group to accelerate capital access for early-stage ventures in West Virginia.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Startups
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The Country Roads Angel Network has appointed Judy Moore as its new Director of Operations. Moore previously led the West Virginia Hive Network from 2017 until October 2025.
Why it matters
This appointment signals a strategic shift for the network as it continues to tackle the scarcity of early-stage venture capital within West Virginia. The organization focuses on bridging the funding gap for local startups through private investment and mentorship.
Since its first investment in 2020, the network has deployed nearly $2 million across 15 ventures. These initial allocations have catalyzed the attraction of over $15 million in additional capital for the state's startup ecosystem.
The players
Judy Moore
The new Director of Operations for the Country Roads Angel Network and former Executive Director of the West Virginia Hive Network.
Country Roads Angel Network
An investment group focused on providing capital and expertise to early-stage businesses across West Virginia.
West Virginia Hive Network
A regional organization that provides business support and resources to entrepreneurs, where Moore served until October 2025.
The details
The Country Roads Angel Network operates as an investment pipeline that evaluates early-stage business opportunities. It connects regional entrepreneurs with individual investors who provide both the necessary capital and technical expertise to scale operations. The network functions by vetting promising ventures and facilitating the funding rounds that allow these companies to secure follow-on capital from broader markets.
Timeline
2017: Moore began serving as Executive Director of the West Virginia Hive Network.
2020: The Country Roads Angel Network made its first investment.
2024: Moore received West Virginia Wonder Woman and Sharp Shooter honors.
October 2025: Moore concluded her tenure at the West Virginia Hive Network.
October 21, 2026: The network announced Moore as the new Director of Operations.
The Tech Race
The transition of leadership from the West Virginia Hive Network to the Country Roads Angel Network underscores the state's move toward consolidating its entrepreneurial support infrastructure. It positions seasoned leadership directly at the helm of regional capital deployment efforts.
Early-stage founders across the state may see changes in how they access funding and mentorship through the network. The organization continues to evaluate new investment opportunities for West Virginia-based businesses.
The takeaway
The move suggests a focus on scaling the network's ability to turn local startup seeds into larger, capital-backed companies. Interested entrepreneurs should monitor the network for future calls for investment proposals.
Further reading
For more on the development of regional business ecosystems, see Startups.
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