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The Conference and its Affiliates stimulate economic growth and improve the quality of life in the Pittsburgh region by making the regional business climate more competitive and promoting the region worldwide.
Get involved in supporting our agenda.
Public Policy
We continually seek to improve the regional business climate through the related research and analysis of the Pennsylvania Economy League of Southwestern Pennsylvania and the advocacy efforts of the Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce. Learn more
Business Assistance
We market the benefits of doing business in southwestern Pennsylvania to companies all over the world that are growing, relocating or expanding through the Pittsburgh Regional Alliance (PRA). Learn more
Private sector leadership and public sector partnerships make the work of the Conference possible. We focus our efforts on specific areas with the greatest potential for regional improvement. Explore the 2006-2008 Conference Agenda and then get involved by joining the Regional Investors Council.
Our 2006-2008 Agenda
In 2006, the Conference established its three-year plan to benefit the Pittsburgh region. Through the engagement of the Regional Investors Council, we are working toward measurable improvement on the following priority areas by the close of 2008, the region’s 250th anniversary year:
Economic Development
To support business expansion, retention and attraction across the 10-county region in order to attain capital investment and job creation, specifically in industry sectors with particular growth potential – Information & Communications Technology (ICT), Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing.
Regional Promotion
To promote a positive regional image – around the world and at home – of southwestern Pennsylvania as a center of innovation and “America’s Most Livable City.” Through 2008 and beyond, the Pittsburgh250 Initiative – a regional collaboration staffed by the Conference – is using the Pittsburgh: Imagine What You Can Do Here marketing campaign and sponsoring a variety of events to showcase the Pittsburgh region – yesterday, today and tomorrow.
Taxes & Regulations
Reducing the business tax burden on employers, improving the business climate, promoting cost-effective energy and electricity, and improving regional air quality and its management attracts capital investment in the region.
Transportation & Infrastructure
Maintaining excellent regional air service and improving access to and from strategic business hubs – like Downtown, Oakland and the airport corridor – encourages business growth.
Local Government Function & Structure
Increasing cooperation among local government bodies and reducing fragmentation increases the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of our public sector, making our region more attractive to businesses.
Workforce Quality
Producing and attracting a diverse, skilled workforce is essential to reaching our full potential and filling the jobs of tomorrow.
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