Research underway for the latest edition of Invest: Pittsburgh
April 2025 — Long known for its industrial past and academic prowess, Pittsburgh continues to evolve into a diversified economy grounded in healthcare, higher education, technology, and manufacturing. As the city adapts to national and global shifts, local leaders are rethinking strategies to ensure resilience and inclusive growth.
Now in development, the third edition of Invest: Pittsburgh will feature exclusive interviews with over 200 influential voices across business, government, and education, along with caa’s signature economic sector-by-sector analysis.
“Pittsburgh has always been a city of reinvention. Today, its leadership is building on that legacy, to drive innovation and growth across key industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and education,” said Abby Lindenberg, founder and CEO of caa, “With Invest: Pittsburgh, we aim to highlight how local leaders are building a stronger, future-ready economy. ”
Despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties, recent surveys indicate steady optimism among businesses. PNC’s Spring 2025 survey found that 56% of small and mid-sized business owners are highly optimistic about the national economy — up from 34% a year prior — suggesting growing confidence in market conditions. Regionally, Pittsburgh-area companies continue to navigate rising costs and workforce needs while capitalizing on strengths in sectors like advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and life sciences.
The Pittsburgh metro area stabilized its population between 2023 and 2024, marking a shift after years of decline. According to new U.S. Census Bureau data, the region gained roughly 450 residents — growth driven almost entirely by international migration, as cited by Axios. With over 10,000 immigrants arriving last year, demographic trends now support a more resilient workforce and signal renewed appeal to global talent, reinforcing Pittsburgh’s long-term economic potential.
Invest: Pittsburgh will explore these themes and more through exclusive insights from key stakeholders and an in-depth analysis of the challenges and opportunities shaping Western Pennsylvania’s economic future.
About caa & Invest: Pittsburgh
caa is an integrated media platform that produces in-depth business intelligence through its annual print and digital economic reviews, high-impact conferences and events, and top-level interviews via its video platform, Invest:Insights.
Invest: Pittsburgh 3rd Edition is an in-depth economic review of the key issues facing the Western Pennsylvania economy, featuring exclusive insights from more than 200 economic leaders, sector insiders, elected officials, and institutional heads. The publication dives deep into sectors including healthcare, technology, real estate and construction, banking and finance, legal, education, infrastructure, and tourism. It aims to 1) equip local, national, and international investors with comprehensive insights on the region and 2) promote Pittsburgh as a competitive, innovative, and collaborative place to do business.
The report conducts a deep dive into the top economic sectors in the region, including real estate, construction, infrastructure, banking and finance, legal, healthcare, education and tourism. The publication is compiled from insights collected from more than 200 economic leaders, sector insiders, political leaders and heads of important institutions. It analyzes the leading challenges facing the market and uncovers emerging opportunities for investors, entrepreneurs and innovators.
The caa team is currently connecting with stakeholders across the region to gather perspectives and analysis that will define this year’s edition. Invest: Pittsburgh is a unique opportunity for the business community to share its story with a national and global audience.
For more information, contact:
Danielle Karlinsky
Executive Director
[email protected]
Ryan Gandolfo
Senior Editor
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