Community, Innovation, and Opportunity: Dr. T. Ramon Stuart Welcomes Ken Allman

Join host Dr. Stuart for another episode of Our Communiversity, a community affairs program highlighting the people, ideas, and partnerships shaping Southern West Virginia. Filmed in Beckley at WVU Tech, this episode features entrepreneur Ken Allman, founder and CEO of PracticeLink, as he shares his journey from growing up in Hinton to building a nationally recognized healthcare recruitment company rooted in the Mountain State. Through thoughtful conversation, Dr. Stuart explores how community and education work together to inspire innovation and opportunity across the region.

Throughout the discussion, Ken reflects on his early career, the risks and challenges of launching PracticeLink in the early days of the internet, and the perseverance required to grow the business into a nationwide leader. From bootstrapping a startup and overcoming financial setbacks to building meaningful relationships that helped sustain the company, this episode offers an honest look at entrepreneurship, leadership, and the values that continue to guide his work. The conversation highlights how strong family roots, small-town influence, and a commitment to giving back have shaped both his personal story and professional success.