2025 Allegheny Together Summit

8-8:30a - Registration and Breakfast

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8:30-8:35a - Welcome

 

8:35-10a - Attracting and Supporting Businesses in Your Community

 

​Presenters: Rachel Webber, Business Advisor, Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship – Women’s Business Center, Chatham University; Demi Kolke, Director of Community Investments, Neighborhood Allies; Rich Newell, Senior Loan Manager, Neighborhood Community Development Fund; Julie Inman, Paramount Pursuits/Open for Business

Description: Presenters will share resources, best practices, and other ideas to attract and retain businesses in your commercial district.

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​​10-10:20a - Coffee and Networking​

 

10:20a-12p - Allegheny Together 2025

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Presenter: Lauren Connelly, Director, Allegheny County Economic Development 

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Description: Hear from Allegheny County Economic Development staff on the direction of the Allegheny Together program for 2025 and beyond.  Provide feedback on your community’s successes and challenges to help guide the program.​​​

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12-1p - Lunch with County Executive Sara Innamorato​

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1-2:30p - Session 3: PA Department of Community and Economic Development Main Street Matters Program

 

Presenter: Stephanie Stevenson, Deputy Regional Director, Southwest Region, PA Department of Community & Economic Development

Description: Hear an overview of the PA Department of Community and Economic Development Main Street Matters program, discuss the application process, and how to set up a strong application. DCED will answer questions about applying to the program.​​​​