Ron Perkins is currently a workforce development strategist and a native of Pittsburgh's historic Hill District. He has over 20 years of experience in retail, hospitality, and construction. He is a certified MBE masonry contractor and small business owner. Throughout his professional career, Ron has worked diligently to make the region a place for all. He has collaborated with local and state governments on workforce and economic development efforts and training to meet the community's demand among employers, job seeker,s and MWDB II businesses