Businesses and Organizations Invited to Take Part in Pittsburgh Disparity Study

Pittsburgh is inviting local business owners and professional organizations to participate in virtual interviews and an online business survey as part of an effort to understand and address regional disparities.

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Pittsburgh - in collaboration with Regional Consortium Partners and consulting firm MGT - launched the next phase of the Pittsburgh Regional Disparity Study. The new phase in the effort aims to understand and address disparities in how businesses access opportunities in the Pittsburgh region.

Since the study launched in April, MGT has been working with members of the city’s business community, including small entrepreneurs and larger firms, to identify challenges and opportunities in the local economy.

Now, the focus is shifting to gathering in-depth input from business owners and organizations such as small business development centers, chambers of commerce, financial institutions, funders, and technical assistance providers.

The study’s aim is to ensure equitable access to economic opportunity for minority-, women-, and LGBTQ-owned businesses.

“We cannot keep doing business as we have before, leaving significant portions of our population behind,” Mayor Ed Gainey said. “This study marks an important step toward building a stronger, more equitable business environment. It will provide a comprehensive roadmap of our region economy and help identify what actions are needed to ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive - not just survive.”

Businesses and professional organizations that want to participate can take part in virtual in-depth interviews or an online business survey. Those interested in taking part in the study should visit the city’s Regional Disparity Study Engage Page.