In the Lead
Restaurants leading the way to sustainability by example
Dedication to homegrown food helped make The Porch one of the first to get a platinum designation from Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurants.
Quantum Theatre founder says, ‘Hear your voice’
Karla Boos is the artistic director and founder of Quantum Theatre, a company performing innovative works in unconventional spaces.
Breaking into the hair care industry with a new styling tool
Tamiah Bridgett, a licensed cosmetologist from Wilkinsburg, is working on a hair dryer designed for those with curly or textured hair.
CrossFit: A little exercise business that kept on growing and growing
For the past five years, CrossFit South Side has moved twice to a bigger location in order to increase its membership and class size.
Data revolution spurring innovation at Confluence
North Shore-based Confluence helps clients and regulators collect and make sense of investment data.
Millvale, Etna: Rediscovered river towns
While some river towns still struggle, these two boroughs north of the Allegheny have turned remnants of industry into “cool.”
Mr. John keeps the doors open and the events happening
When you’re at an outdoor event and nature calls, few sights are as welcome as the portable toilet.
Allegheny County Airport Authority on the rise again
With a new CEO and more than a dozen new flights in the last year alone, the Allegheny County Airport Authority is getting a needed boost.
Social Venture Partners to take a deeper dive into social issues
SVP Pittsburgh is launching Full Circle to provide nonprofit leaders with hands-on financial planning and one-on-one business consulting.
Buying up abandoned homes in Allentown, Beltzhoover helps investors, communities
The RE360 real estate company and the Birmingham Foundation formed an innovative partnership to help rehab declining neighborhoods.
Timely strategic shift allowed Fischione to expand
Fischione is undergoing an expansion at its plant in Export that will double its size, thanks to a shift in company strategy.
Southpointe transforming farm community of Cecil to corporate hub
The revamping of Cecil has not only transformed the landscape, but also lives of residents who have been able to get top dollar for land.
Popular pizzerias Mineo’s, Aiello’s expand to broaden their reach
Mineo’s Pizza House and Aiello’s Pizza both started from humble beginnings. Now, the rivals are trying to reach a broader customer base.
Sisters of Mercy return to roots helping needy on the streets
Ten years after the sale of Mercy Hospital, Sisters of Mercy has gone back to its original mission: walking the streets to help the needy.
Former investment banker focused on the rewards
Matthew Kennedy’s startup, Skick’d, attempts to make redeeming rewards easier for consumers — a $25 billion question for banks.
Consol shifted, turned as markets changed around it
Consol Energy is trying to get the market to recognize its pieces are worth more than their sum.
Brookline's strength is in its diversity
Long-quiet Brookline is turning into an engine for growth on Pittsburgh’s southern edge.
Point Breeze start-up Rorus Inc. develops innovative water filter
Rorus Inc. in Point Breeze is looking to India to sell its proprietary, point-of-use water filters. The start-up has raised about $300,000.
A decade ago, the Penguins were on thin ice in Pittsburgh
Off the ice, the Penguins have transformed themselves into NHL leaders in business practices.
Pittsburgh man motivated by lack of care he saw in construction jobs in minority neighborhoods
Dismayed at seeing poor quality construction work in minority neighborhoods, Scott Thomas-Tunstalle started his own company.
How does Wholey's in the Strip plan to preserve business legacy?
Owners of the iconic seafood store in the Strip have crafted a succession plan that calls for the next generation to work elsewhere first.
In the Lead: An introduction to the Post-Gazette's annual look at business in the region
Pittsburgh has already shown itself capable of shifting from a rusty machine to a sleek robotic innovator.
Transformation: The 'T' word scares the pants off people
Ensuring employees, customers and investors understand what’s driving “transformation” is the difference between panic and excitement.
Slippery Rock’s facelift brought in new businesses and new students
A group of volunteers — residents and university leaders — decided in 2001 to transform the town 51 miles north of Pittsburgh.
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