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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Shift Spotlight: Aaron Alcalde, Summer Marketing Intern
Pittsburgh Magazine’s Women & Business Awards
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.
Continue ReadingA Peek Inside the Event Signage Process for AAAI-26
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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Continue ReadingStay Cyber-Safe During The Holidays
The holiday season is right around the corner, and unfortunately it’s ringing in an uptick in cyber attacks. Cybercriminals often take advantage of the holiday rush, knowing that teams are busy meeting deadlines or are out of the office celebrating. Anyone who receives emails is vulnerable to phishing and other types of cyber attacks, particularly […]
Continue ReadingWomen’s Small Business Month
October is National Women’s Small Business Month. Shift Collaborative is a women-owned business as certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Let’s shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of a few women entrepreneurs across Pittsburgh.
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