Robert Shafer

Robert Shafer has been serving as the Mayor of the City of Summersville since 2007. He also is the owner-operator of Shafer Insurance Associates, a business he has been running successfully since 1992. Prior to his career as an entrepreneur, Mayor Shafer served in the United States Marines for 10 years.

Mayor Shafer is an active member of the Summersville community and serves on several boards, including the Nicholas County Community Foundation Board, where he contributes his time and expertise to help improve the local community. He also serves as chair of the Summersville Arena & Conference Center Advisory Board, where he helps to oversee and manage the operations of this important community venue. Additionally, Mayor Shafer is a member of the New River Gorge Development Authority Board and the West Virginia Municipal League Board of Directors.

Mayor Shafer's dedication to community service extends beyond his board positions. He is a member of the Summersville Rotary. Through his various roles and affiliations, Mayor Shafer has demonstrated a strong commitment to serving the people of Summersville and improving the quality of life in the region.