We caught up with our summer intern Aaron Alcalde to learn more about what inspires him, what he’s working on, and a few fun facts you might not know.
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by Allison Mathis,

We caught up with our summer intern Aaron Alcalde to learn more about what inspires him, what he’s working on, and a few fun facts you might not know.
Continue Readingby Allison Mathis,

Pittsburgh Magazine’s quarterly Women & Business Awards celebrates…well, you guessed it, exceptional female leaders from across the region. On July 8, 2026, the event was held at The Distillery Complex, a space with sweeping views of the city and river. Four honorees were recognized: Khamil Bailey, Justine Russo, Gabrielle Morella, and Shift’s very own Sarah Mayer.
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At Shift Collaborative, we’ve seen firsthand how design is the glue that makes an event cohesive. Great signage (large-scale print and digital) blends branding, logistics, and user experience. One of our favorite recent design projects was signage for our client AAAI, for the 40th annual AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence (AAAI-26) in Singapore.
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Do you have a favorite bridge? Have you ever held your breath driving through the Fort Pitt Tunnel? Navigating Pittsburgh isn’t just about following Google Maps; it’s about understanding the flow, the shortcuts, and the potholes. Local understanding and shared history are the key to connection in our city. Learn how partnering with a Pittsburgh creative agency can help your marketing efforts.
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This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating some of Pittsburgh’s unsung heroines—activists, artists, educators, and scientists who may not be household names. Plenty of incredible women were instrumental in shaping the city we know and love today. Some fought for civil rights and social justice, others broke barriers in science and medicine, and many changed the art world forever. Without them, and women, Pittsburgh wouldn’t be the thriving, creative, and resilient city it is today.
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Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas stand as a testament to the female legacy, boasting a remarkable history shaped by the resilience, leadership, and ingenuity of its women. We celebrate Women’s History Month by spotlighting just a few of the groundbreaking women who are connected to our great region. Here are nine notable women from the Pittsburgh area.
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