As part of its commitment to better connect experts in topics of urgent statewide importance to Pennsylvanians in all corners of the state, Spotlight PA on April 17 convened its first-ever virtual Q&A webinar focused on helping small businesses in the greater Pittsburgh region navigate the coronavirus shutdown.
The panel was moderated by Spotlight PA Editor in Chief Christopher Baxter and featured:
Robert Stein, Executive Director, Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence at the University of Pittsburgh
Mark Anthony Thomas, President of the Pittsburgh Regional Alliance
Kevin Shivers, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers
Melisa Baez, Director of Entrepreneur Training, ASSETS: Transforming Communities Through Business
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