West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner has announced that David Gilpin has joined his staff as field service representative for Kanawha, Putnam, Mason, Jackson, Roane, Calhoun, and Clay counties.

“David Gilpin is one of a group of dedicated individuals who are helping us launch our new Field Service Representative initiative,’ Warner said.“Our field service representatives will assist new businesses with registration and licensing, work side-by-side with county clerks to improve our office’s assistance, reach out to voters and candidates, assisting with registration, election questions, and associated issues.”

Gilpin has experience with broadcasting, outreach, marketing and public relations. Gilpin has over 30 years’ experience as a radio broadcaster and news director. He also has experience as an entrepreneur, starting a marketing and public relations firm in Hurricane. Gilpin has also served his community in various service organizations.

“Our field representatives will serve as mobile secretary of state offices, providing instant communication between citizens, businesses, and our office as needed,” Warner said.“I can think of no one better than David Gilpin to represent this office in the Kanawha Valley.”