CEO's You Should Know - Pittsburgh

Dogs are more than companions—they're family. That's why every Bully Max product is designed for performance and well-being. From muscle-building formulas to everyday care, we offer everything your dog needs to thrive. https://shop.bullymax.com/

Chuck Bailey, Founder & CEO of True North LLC, blends 26+ years of operational expertise with a passion for helping businesses grow. Since 2012, he's led True North's nationwide consulting and back-office services, driving client success, community impact, and entrepreneurial ventures across multiple industries.

Susanne Cole, President & CEO of Pressley Ridge, has devoted over 35 years to helping vulnerable children and families thrive. Adopted at birth, her personal story fuels her passion. Under her leadership, the nonprofit has grown significantly, serving 8,000+ annually with innovative, community-based child welfare programs across seven states. https://www.pressleyridge.org/

The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is a free event that celebrates the city's rich literary community and love of reading. Poets, authors and readers gather at the Festival to pay tribute to Pittsburgh's growing literary reputation. The festival features local and nationally-recognized authors, dozens of poets, children's activities, bookstores, entertainment, publishers and more. https://www.pittsburghbookfestival.org/

FEIN is renowned as a globally active company with roots in Germany that is synonymous with high-quality power tools and accessories, designed for the toughest jobs in industry and manual trades. Having laid the foundations by inventing the electric hand drill, the first power tool in the world, in 1867, Wilhelm Emil Fein founded the FEIN company. FEIN now holds more than 700 active industrial property rights, including around 500 patents and patent applications. FEIN focuses on products and services that are ideal problem solvers for metalwork and are marketed by over 16 subsidiaries and more than 50 offices around the world.

Michael T. Salanick is President and Owner of Fayette Furnace Co. and Strictly Ductless. With 40+ years of experience in management, sales, and marketing across multiple states, he has grown Fayette Furnace from $1.5M to $5M since 2015. Known for innovation, leadership, and relationship-building, he brings a proven track record of business growth.

Thinking about backyard chickens? Rent The Chicken makes it easy! They deliver a portable coop, egg-laying hens, feed, supplies, and instructions—no guesswork needed. Enjoy fresh, healthy eggs within days. Great for families, foodies, or anyone curious about chicken keeping. Seasonal rentals with the option to adopt. https://www.rentthechicken.com/

Dr. Christina A. Clark stands out due to her diverse career in both academia and leadership. Her expertise in Greek and Roman poetry, combined with her administrative roles at multiple universities, showcases her blend of scholarly depth and strategic vision. Her commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion further enhances her appeal, along with her rich background in dance, having studied and performed ballet at prestigious institutions. Additionally, her global perspective from growing up in a military family and her scholarly achievements, such as her publications and awards, make her a multifaceted and inspiring figure.

Chad Weaver grew up in home building, learning the trade from his father. Though he once dreamed of becoming a pilot, he returned to the family business after 9/11. Now leading a thriving company with 150 closings annually, he's committed to quality, customer care, and building homes that stand the test of time. https://weaverhomes.com/

Realty ONE Group Gold Standard has thrived for over six years as the pioneering ROG franchise in the Pittsburgh/Western PA area. Building on the brand's formidable success on the West Coast, founders Michael Hanlon and Dionne Malush recognized its perfect match with Pittsburgh's evolving landscape. Today, Realty ONE Group stands as the fastest-growing real estate brand in the United States. True to Pittsburgh's Black and Gold spirit, this high-energy real estate firm, co-founded by former chiropractor Michael Hanlon and graphic designer Dionne Malush, puts a premium on agent support. The company's commitment to providing a modern, dynamic work environment aims to maximize agent growth and profitability. Their distinctive blend of mindset and creativity continues to differentiate them in the competitive market. https://www.realtyonegroupgoldstandard.com/

As the world began to emerge from the challenges of COVID, Ray Rozycki, CEO of Boba POPS, recognized a unique opportunity to unite communities — starting with his own family. With his son, Harmon, graduating from college, Ray envisioned a meaningful bond and a lasting creation they could share together. This vision became Boba POPS, led by this dedicated father and son pair, working together each day to bring their vision to the market.Whether you are in the mood for a refreshing and light cocktail, a burst of flavor and excitement to a high ABV cocktail, or an infusion of fun and uniqueness into one of your own creations, Boba POPS is for every type of drink. These one-of-a-kind pearls of popping spirits are inspired by the creativity that connects us all, making them...“a perfect choice for every type of alcohol consumer”https://bobapops.com/

Habitat for Humanity partners with people in your community, and all over the world, to help them build or improve a place they can call home.  https://cwhfh.org/Home is Where the Heart is Gala on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at THE VENUE LIVE! at LIVE! Casino. Our Gala is our yearly event full of incredible prizes, amazing food, and a fun evening to help support Central Westmoreland Habitat for Humanity's mission of building homes in Westmoreland County. 

Toys For Pittsburgh Tikes Annual Gala is Saturday, April 5th at Stratigos Banquet Center in North Huntingdon. Get tickets today at https://www.toysforpittsburghtikesevents.com/Helping children in the Greater Pittsburgh area by giving "New" toys, books, and premium play items during the festive season and throughout the year!

The Pittsburgh International Auto Show is an annual event held at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in the heart of Pittsburgh, PA. The Auto Show is a great, family friendly environment that brings auto enthusiasts together to check out a wide variety of new vehicles from manufacturers in a non-selling environment. Auto manufactures will be displaying the latest in safety features that will keep tabs on drivers distracted by other digital gadgets. You can take a seat in a sporty convertible, calculate the cargo space of a new SUV, and admire the rugged off-road features of a heavy duty pick-up truck and so much more!

Kings Jewelry has been celebrating love for over 100 years and is locally family owned and operated. We are diamond specialists and have been since 1914 when Jacob Perelman founded the first store in Wheeling, West Virginia. King's Jewelry has established a reputation for value, quality, and service. The 7 locations can be found in New Castle, Monaca, Hermitage, Washington, Cranberry Twp, St. Clairsville and East Liverpool. https://www.kingsjewelry.com/

For more than 80 years, Animal Friends has been saving, impacting, engaging, enriching and affecting the lives of the pets and people of our region. Since our humble beginnings in 1943, we have grown into a full-service companion animal welfare organization serving the pets and people of Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. With our progressive programs, Animal Friends is leading the way toward making our community a safer and more humane place. Simply put, we're thinking outside the cage!https://www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org/

Armstrong Comfort Solutions is your best choice for all your heating, cooling, or plumbing needs. Our team is trained on every HVAC or plumbing problem you may encounter in your home or business.If ever you find yourself in a heating, cooling, or plumbing crisis, we're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. And we guarantee 100% customer satisfaction.

Think health coverage is out of reach? Pennie gets you the lowest costs on high quality insurance.  Here's how we do it: https://pennie.com/

PWSA is now: Pittsburgh Water.  Pittsburgh Water, a simplified name that inspires better understanding of the life-essential services that Pittsburgh Water provides. Tap in to lear more at https://www.pgh2o.com/

Bridges was founded by a nurse, who currently still owns and is an active part of the company. We are not a nationwide organization but local and homegrown. No one is a number in our system. The Bridges culture is one that understands every patient and family has unique preferences, values, and needs. It is important to us that we offer respectful and responsive care that not only meets but exceeds all expectations. https://www.bridgeshospice.org/

A woman-owned and operated family business serving up legendary breakfast and lunch at three locations across the greater Pittsburgh region. Plus...Look for the Ozone Restaurant coming in 2025!

Don Albensi has owned the building since 2012. The previous tenants opened Antonelli Event Center in 2014 and recently decided to retire, so Don is now taking on this exciting new endeavor! The Core Event Center offers a large capacity facility, with multiple rooms for events including weddings, parties, school functions and fundraisers. His desire is to also host live performances by many local artists covering all genres.

"Confluence Financial Partners - Pittsburgh Wealth Management & Financial Advisors At Confluence Financial Partners, based in Pittsburgh, we believe there's a superior approach to wealth management. Our philosophy is founded on treating everyone like family, fostering long-term relationships built on core values of trust, excellence, dedication, teamwork, and gratitude. Our expert team of Pittsburgh financial advisors is dedicated to a higher standard of service, ensuring every client receives personalized and strategic wealth management solutions. We manage your financial independence with the utmost care, as we would for our own family, because your peace of mind is our top priority. Explore a better way to secure your financial future"

Twenty years ago, we researched cutting-edge schools across the country to find the perfect mix of best practices with one goal: to graduate students ready for life.Our curriculum for grades 9-12 is rigorous and relevant to the modern world. Furthermore, career-mapping, workforce skills literacy and mentored internships ensure our students graduate tech-savvy, college and career ready.Today, this unique educational model continues to prove itself.  With free* laptops, year-round classes, a low student/teacher ratio, and focus on college and career readiness, City High averages a 94% graduation rate – across all demographic groups. 

Pam Keen became CEO of The Children's Home & Lemieux Family Center in 1993 and is credited with expanding and creating programs to best meet the needs of families through our programs: Adoption, Child's Way, Pediatric VIEW, Counseling, Family Centered Therapy Services and the Pediatric Specialty Hospital. After 31 years, Pam is retiring. Stacy Schesler, who has been with the organization for 11 years and is the current Chief Operating Officer...will be stepping in the role of CEO.

Hope Gas is a Local Distribution Company (LDC) that proudly provides gas service to approximately 125,000 residential, industrial, and commercial customers in thirty-five West Virginia counties. We monitor and maintain more than 6900 miles of pipelines that safely deliver WV natural gas to many homes and commercial or industrial sites. We currently employ over 400 employees working right here in our beautiful Mountain State with the sole purpose of staying true to our company's mission and vision in West Virginia.

Technically speaking, ALCOSAN only has 83 customers, the municipalities that rely on us to treat their wastewater and transform it from dirty to clean; but, within those municipalities, nearly 900,000 people rely on our services. https://www.alcosan.org/

"Westmoreland Cultural Trust is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to stimulate cultural and economic development in the Westmoreland County region. We promote the performing arts; we preserve and enhance our region's assets for the benefit of the community." https://www.thepalacetheatre.org/westmoreland-cultural-trust/

TRI-LINK CONTRACTING: If you're looking for quality, reliability, affordability, and promises kept, look no further than Tri-Link Contracting Services. Our veteran-owned team is ready to restore your home today. https://trilinkcontracting.com/CORNERSTONE RESIDENCE: A 501c3 not for profit organization, is honored to welcome Veterans looking for a sober home. Homelessness, suicide, and fractured families are just a few of the issues that plague those who have served our country.  TCR offers a supportive environment where men can work toward healing and transformation, reconnect with their families, and be an asset to their communities.

Lucas B. Piatt is the Chief Executive Officer of Piatt Companies and Piatt Sotheby's International Realty. After over 25 years in development, real estate, and leadership, Lucas artfully blends his professional experience with his passion to bring innovative projects to life. He oversees a portfolio of over $1 billion in revitalization projects throughout Western Pennsylvania, having invested over $500 million in the redevelopment of Downtown Pittsburgh over the past 20 years. Lucas is a respected industry leader who values partnerships to create world-class, luxury experiences for everyone in Pittsburgh.

The Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Pittsburgh and Morgantown, Inc. provides a way for families to stay close to their children receiving medical care, and is committed to helping the families lead happier, healthier and more productive lives. https://rmhcpgh-mgtn.org/

Ethic Advertising Agency: Founded in 2014, specializes in paid advertising and the creative that supports it for the advertisers that are too big for a small shop and too small for a big shop. ($50k to a few million in ad spend).  We provide in-house digital advertising (PPC/SEM, OTT/CTV, Display, Video Pre-roll, Native, Social Media, Google Grants, Digital Audio, etc...), media buying, media planning, and creative (video, animation, graphic design, audio, and website development) services.  There are 15 employees. https://www.ethic-ads.com/Qujam: Self-serve geofence advertising software with no minimums.  We launched this brand in 2023.  It allows anyone to easily run geofence advertising campaigns for display, OTT/CTV, and video pre-roll campaigns.About Jeff:  I knew I wanted to run an ad agency when I was in college.  I spent nearly 10 years building the capital and skills at CBS TV, as a media buyer/planner, and some real estate investing to launch Ethic Advertising Agency in 2014. I authored a short e-book on the 9 Reasons Why Advertising Doesn't Work and I'm big on culture and core values in the advertising agency space having given talks around the subject at Ad Week and for the Media Association of Pittsburgh. I'm married with two children and a dog!

Attorney Leonelli has been selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers' Rising Stars® list since 2018, an honor awarded to the best up-and-coming attorneys. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, reserved for attorneys who have achieved million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients.Attorney Leonelli was voted for inclusion in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, an honor based on rigorous peer review. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers "the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice."He is a magna cum laude graduate of Duquesne University School of Law and has continued this track record of excellence during his time at our law firm.He's committed to understanding the ins and outs of your case, including how it has affected your life. Attorney Leonelli will do everything he can to make sure you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Our Mission:HearWell Center will offer thoughtful, professional care tailored to the unique needs of each patient by striving to provide best practices and state-of-the-art technology in hearing care.About Us:HearWell Center strives to provide the highest standard of care to patients with, or at high risk to hearing and disorders, in a respectful, friendly and professional environment. The goal is to maximize the patient experience and enhances quality of life through individual-based audiology services including hearing tests, diagnostics, education, counseling, treatments, rehabilitation and devices (such as hearing aids, cochlear implants, hearing protection assistive devices, and alerting devices). A strong patient-provider relationship based on honesty, integrity, and values is what we aim for, and we feel that this is the best approach to making sure patients don't miss any of the precious moments in life. We provide a strong patient-provider relation as we know this is the best approach to making sure patients don't miss any precious moments in life.https://www.hearwellcenter.com/

Hi! I'm Melissa Laughlin – wife, mom, entrepreneur, and a girl after God's own heart! I am the founder and CEO of Blessed Home Project.This story begins when I was 19 years old and started my own cleaning company. Throughout the years it grew and expanded, but I continued to feel a tug on my heart for something more. When friends or family were going through challenging times, I noticed everyone brings food (which is great) but I thought I could clean your toilets and floors and that would be helpful too. As years went on, I would do just that.One day on the job, God made it clear to me that I should start a nonprofit to expand the reach of those in need of this service. My husband and I prayed and processed what that might look like. In 2020, we made it official! We worked through all the legal aspects, formed the board, and started serving in the community in 2021. This organization was created to be a blessing by using the practical gift of cleaning to alleviate a burden and be a light in someone's life. https://www.blessedhomeproject.org/

Established in 2006, Drusky Entertainment is Pittsburgh's premiere concert promoter, producing over 500 concerts annually in the tri-state (PA, OH, WV) area.We have been named Pittsburgh's Best Concert Promoter eight years in a row. Our company promotes concerts at venues ranging in size from 200 person capacity clubs to 20,000 capacity person arenas. https://druskyentertainment.com/

Immerse yourself in the magic of literature at the 2024 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books! The third annual event will take place on May 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, located at 616 North Highland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA. The Festival is FREE for all ages and will feature author talks, poetry readings, workshops, book signings, children's and young adult activities, performances and much more. The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is dedicated to enhancing education and literacy in our communities while celebrating its love for reading. Visit www.pittsburghbookfestival.org to learn more. Volunteer opportunities are also available at www.pittsburghbookfestival.org/volunteer.

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth advocacy organization that strives to enrich the lives of underrepresented youth in the Greater Pittsburgh area via the games of baseball and softball.We provide affordable and accessible baseball and softball programming for youth including year-round travel teams, clinics, and community training. Our FOCUS (Facilitating Opportunities for College and Universal Success) Program provides academic and social enrichment (including college advisement & recruiting services), along with career readiness programming.https://www.pittsburghhardball.org/

To provide beauty, joy and opportunity – every day to everyone – we focus on our 3 foundational values: care, creativity and community. We make this commitment to our Customers, Stylists, Home Office Team and the communities in which we work, live and play, to create an experience of SabikaJOY.  https://sabika-jewelry.com/

A place where you can get real with people who have your back. That's Entrepreneurs Forever. We bring together small business owners just like you to learn from each other's experiences, share support and tackle problems as they happen. It's not a class. It's real-life learning that works. And it's completely free to you. https://www.entrepreneursforever.org/

the digital space is full of generic brands, but your business is not generic – not by a long shot. that's why you need an identity, something that will help you build an audience of clients, customers, and guests who feel like they are talking to a person – to you.that's where sweb comes in.we are a pittsburgh-based digital marketing agency who can help tell the story of your business.https://swebmarketing.com/

Mario Lemieux Foundation:  Dedicated to cancer research, patient care, supporting families in challenging medical situations, and more, we give others a chance to win the battles they face.Jersey Mike's Month of Giving:  Will culminate on Wednesday, March 29, when the stores below donate all of the days total sales to the Mario Lemieux Foundation!  Cranberry – 20300 Route 19 CranberryMcKnight Road – 7390 McKnight Road, PittsburghBridgeville – 1155 Washington Pike, BridgevilleRobinson – 6508 Steubenville Pike, PittsburghMoon – 9898 University Boulevard, Suite 40, Moon TownshipMonaca – 90A Wagner Road, MonacaButler – 340 New Castle Rd, Suite 2, ButlerPeters Township – 4123 Washington Road, PetersBethel Park – 5255 Library Road, Bethel ParkBloomfield – 5225 Liberty Avenue, PittsburghPleasant Hills – 619 Clairton Blvd, Pleasant HillsMt Lebanon – 1598 Cochran Road, PittsburghNorth Huntington – 648 Mills Drive, Suite 3, North HuntingdonGreensburg – 2000 Lincoln Place, Suite 6, GreensburgLatrobe – 2401 Sharkys Drive, Suite C, LatrobeUniontown – 712 W Main Street, Suite 106, UniontownMurrysville – 304 Blue Spruce Way, MurrysvilleAllison Park – 4848 Route 8, Unit 5 A, Allison ParkWexford – 11978 Perry Highway, Suite 404, WexfordFox Chapel – 171 Freeport Road, BlawnoxHarmarville – 2825 Freeport Road, Suite B, HarmarvilleHomestead – 4582 Browns Hill Road, Pittsburgh

For children of all ages, very few feelings match the excitement of opening presents Christmas morning. Often overlooked, however, are the children who won't receive gifts this Christmas. Victims of unfair circumstances beyond their control, these kids deserve to experience the same level of excitement as their more fortunate peers. Many of these children live within the very own community in which you live and/or do business. Thanks to the Greater Pittsburgh Business Connection and its small business members, thousands of less fortunate local children have received gifts during the holiday season over the past several years as a result of the efforts of Toys For Pittsburgh Tikes.

McClellands Contracting and Roofing LLC is a reliable house remodeling and roofing company in Pittsburgh, serving Bridgeville, Sewickley, Ross Township, PA, and nearby areas within 20 miles. We offer both unparalleled products and quality customer service. We can help any homeowner in the area with their basement and kitchen remodeling, roofing, siding, soffit, fascia, and gutter needs. We are a GAF Master Elite® Contractor providing emergency roofing services and helping you with your homeowners insurance claims. Depending on your needs, we can provide you with stunning bathroom remodeling or a full roof replacement service to protect your investment and family for years to come. Check out our gallery to learn more about our residential roof replacement, soffit & fascia repair, and gutter work! https://mcclellandsroofing.com/

BOLD. SINCERE. ETHICAL. We don't take every client, but every client we take becomes like family. We promise to tell you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear. A case evaluation will help us get to know each other and know your case to make sure we are a good fit, and then we can take the next steps together to get your life back together. https://www.tibbottrichardson.com/

Select Medical is one of the largest providers of critical illness recovery hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation centers and occupational health clinics in the United States. Guided by our mission to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment, our 54,000 healthcare professionals help to restore quality of life for thousands of people and their families every day.

For more than 120 years, the passionate team at The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh has been dedicated to the amazing kids and families we serve.Today, we help nearly 9,000 children and families each year reach their full potential through educational services, autism services, outpatient physical and behavioral health services, early intervention, and family support services. Thanks to your support, we provide more than $3 million in uncompensated care each year to ensure that every child receives the same level of care, regardless of their family's ability to pay.https://www.amazingkids.org/

Jerrod Crosby is a lifelong civil engineer. Passionate about design and infrastructure, Jerrod is leading the next phase of innovation at Wooster and Associates, a company he's been apart from for over 20 years. As Wooster and Assocaites expands, it is the unwavering integrity and straightforward solutions that Jerrod and his team bring forth to every project, large or small.

Hollywood needs to make a movie about this lady!!! From BAM Advertising: An animated personality, Corina lost her husband at an early age. Faced with a decision between liquidating a successful dealership in Butler, PA and raising a family or learning the business, running a dealership and raising her children, she elected the latter. AND...that's just the beginning!!! Corina's story will blow your mind!

Bryan Liposky is the Founder and CEO of Lifestyle Technologies, Bryan has helped shape theadoption of solar in the Pittsburgh region through the use of smart tools which continue to helpbring relatable solutions to Residential Home owners when choosing how they receive theirenergy. Lifestyle Installs, Services, and Markets residential solar in 11+ states. Bryan hasongoing passion for creating opportunities for others to continue to grow and develop theircareer.Bryan started his solar career working with SolarCity, which was acquired by Tesla, he is also aCo-Founder and Managing Partner of TEQ Leaders which performs Digital Marketing servicesfor Fortune 500 companies. Lifestyle Marketing was named the Fastest Growing Business bythe Pittsburgh Times for their growth from 20-22. In his spare time Bryan likes to enjoy an activelifestyle traveling, playing sports, and spending time with his Wife and Son.