Join us on Saturday, Oct. 11, at 10 a.m. at Saint Vincent College: The Conference Center at the Fred Rogers Institute for an engaging panel discussion exploring how public relations professionals are shaping western Pennsylvania’s economic future through collaboration and community-focused storytelling. Our diverse panel of regional leaders will share insights on how effective communications strategies can break down silos between counties, industries, and sectors to create a unified narrative that attracts investment, talent, and tourism to our region. From promoting natural attractions and cultural treasures to building academic-industry partnerships and amplifying success stories through media, discover how PR skills can directly contribute to economic development.

You’ll Learn:

• How tourism, academia, and media collaborate to strengthen regional economic narratives.
• Career pathways in PR that make meaningful community impact.
• Practical strategies for cross-sector partnership building.
• Real-world examples of communications campaigns that drove economic results.
• How to leverage your PR expertise for broader community leadership.

Panelists represent organizations driving regional growth:

• Go Laurel Highlands
• Saint Vincent College
• Havas Red
• Westmoreland Cultural Trust