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Top Talent HireUP

Join us in person at the Tech Council offices for Top Talent HireUP, a unique hiring and employer branding event on Thursday, March 19.

Employers: Space is limited! This curated event will feature 10 employers, each given dedicated time to showcase open roles, hiring priorities, and company culture. Participation includes access for up to four recruiters to pitch your organization, network with skilled professionals, engage with experienced candidates, conduct initial screenings, and initiate next-step interview conversations.

Ahead of the event, we’ll meet one-on-one to understand your specific hiring needs and actively market the event to experienced talent across the region with the skills you’re seeking.

Job Seekers: Anyone with three or more years of experience is invited to showcase their skills, network, and explore opportunities with our feature employers, ranging from fast growing startups to our region's largest companies.

When: Thursday, March 19, 2026
Time: 3:30-6:30 pm
Location: Pittsburgh Technology Council, 100 S. Commons, Ste. 172, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Agenda:

Registration Opens: 3:30 pm
Welcome* and Employer Brand Pitch: 4:00 pm
Networking continues along with Company Breakouts & Screening: 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Event Ends: 6:30 pm
*Refreshments included

Registration Rates:
Employer Member Rates: Early Bird Rate (before February 19) $650; Regular Rate $750
Employer Non-Member Rates: Early Bird Rate (before February 19) $1,500; Regular Rate $2,000

Interested in becoming a Pittsburgh Technology Council Member? Contact Membership Development Manager, Brooke Wozniak (bwozniak@pghtech.org).

Registration & Payment Policy:
Online Registration will close 1 day prior to event. Pre-Registration is always requested, when possible, so that we may best plan for your arrival. Walk-in registrants, when accepted, must pay onsite with a credit card or check to obtain entry to the event, no exceptions. Refunds requested less than 3 business days prior to the event will not be granted. Substitutions are welcome.

Staffing Firms: Email Ashley Steckel (asteckel@pghtech.org) regarding sponsorship and visibility opportunities.

Contact Information:
For content or logistics questions: Marie Pelloni, Director of Talent, STEM, & Workforce Innovation Initiatives, mpelloni@pghtech.org
For registration questions: Autumn Ashbaugh, Event Assistant, aashbaugh@pghtech.org
For sponsorship questions: Ashley Steckel, VP, Business Development, asteckel@pghtech.org
For membership questions: Betsy Rusnic, Director of Membership Services, brusnic@pghtech.org