It’s been pointed out that many of us in this state are a little gun-shy about sticking our neck out too far with far-fetched ideas for fear of [insert reason here – ridicule, “didn’t work last time” or “we could never do that here” comments, etc.]. In other words, we censor our own creative inclinations and stifle potential innovation.

Today, we would like to invite all of you who are connected to the Create WV initiative to let your hair down. Put on a new persona. Take a few risks and stick your neck out again. It feels good, and we promise it won’t get chopped off (at least not on this site).

We’d like to highlight some of the most exciting, innovative ideas at the Create WV conference in some creative ways, so we invite you to respond to this post or submit your ideas on the Create WV site. Pick any area – arts, culture, education, business, diversity, etc. – and give us your best “big idea” that could be a tipping point for major improvement in West Virginia’s Creative Community and/or New Economy.

The big idea doesn’t have to be complicated, but it should have the potential for major impact. What’s on your mind?