Through his work with InnerAction Media and Positively West Virginia, Jim has built a reputation as a trusted voice for businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. His efforts have been instrumental in crafting compelling strategies, telling authentic stories, and inspiring action that drives measurable results.
Jim’s career has been shaped by a deep commitment to service, followership, leadership collaboration, and mentorship. He has had the privilege of working with and learning from some of the most influential leaders of his time, including Milan Puskar, founder of Mylan Laboratories, and Doug Leech, founder of Centra Bank. These experiences have given him a unique perspective on the critical, often overlooked role of followership in achieving lasting success.
As a passionate advocate for leadership development, Jim has spent decades observing how great followership supports great leadership. His firsthand experiences in business and his role as a mentor have shown him that followership is not a passive role but an active, essential force in any successful endeavor.
With Positively West Virginia, Jim has amplified the voices of entrepreneurs and leaders across his home state, further solidifying his mission to empower individuals and organizations to embrace their full potential.
As a speaker, writer, and trusted advisor, Jim combines timeless wisdom with practical strategies to help others lead, serve, and succeed with purpose. His work is rooted in the belief that the most impactful leaders are those who first learn to follow with humility, intention, and dedication.
When Jim isn’t mentoring future leaders, promoting West Virginia’s inspiring stories, or guiding businesses to success, he enjoys exploring the scenic beauty of his home state, serving his community, and cherishing time with his wife Rebekah and his family.
Jim Matuga invites you to join the movement to redefine followership and discover its transformative power in every area of life.
