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State of the Pittsburgh Economy co-hosted with PNC Bank

Lou Cestello & Gus Faucher, PNC Bank

 

Join the IEE and PNC Bank for a look into the regional economic climate and the 2025 economic forecast. PNC’s SVP & Chief Economist Gus Faucher will guide us through key economic indicators that impact our region’s businesses. PNC President Lou Cestello will provide introductory remarks in addition to local elected officials, community and economic leaders, and more.

Those scheduled to speak include

  • Bob Stein, Associate Vice Chancellor of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, University of Pittsburgh / Executive Director, IEE
  • Lou Cestello, Head of Regional Markets & Pittsburgh Regional President, PNC Bank / Chair, Board of Trustees, University of Pittsburgh
  • Aaron Pitts, Chief Commercial Officer, Department of Community and Economic Development
  • Sara Innamorato, Allegheny County Executive
  • Ed Gainey, City of Pittsburgh Mayor
  • Christina Cassotis, Allegheny County Airport Authority CEO
  • Stefani Pashman, Allegheny Conference CEO
  • Gus Faucher, SVP & Chief Economist, PNC Financial Services Group

Closing remarks provided by

  • David Wilke, Founder and Co-Managing Partner, Wilke CPAs & Advisors, LLP
March 4, 2025
8:00 am - 10:30 am
Rohr Auditorium @ The Tower at PNC
300 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh PA

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