With over 450,000 dedicated followers and a staggering 10 million impressions per month, oneBURGH has become a hub for everything that makes the Steel City unique. 

Who is oneBURGH? 

Just a couple cool cats…Brian Carothers and Ed Troup. Ed is the sports director. Brian is the creative genius. They are weird. But then, so are we. That’s what makes them cool. 

Founded with the goal of bringing Pittsburghers closer to their city, oneBURGH started as a small social media platform focused on pop culture and sports. 

Thanks to the overwhelming support of our community, we quickly grew into the largest network in the city, offering fresh, original, and comedic content that resonates with Pittsburghers from all walks of life.

While oneBURGH began as a social media platform, they’re growing far beyond that. With 10 daily posts about Pittsburgh, for Pittsburghers, the fellas highlight everything from the latest Steelers game to nostalgic throwbacks that only true Pittsburghers can appreciate.

Tune in for this authentic Pittsburgh conversation, and learn the truth about how the fellas came into possession of one of the flume cars from the iconic Log Jammer ride at Kennywood

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Mike Matesic is President & CEO of Idea Foundry, Inc., is a seasoned business executive experienced in working with businesses at a variety of stages. Over the last 21 years at Idea Foundry, he has invested in and participated in the development of over 300 equitable-based small businesses and innovation-based start-ups, creating jobs in the region. 

Beginning in 2010 Mike led the company's global expansion, operating in China, Russia, Mexico, Vietnam, Chile and recently throughout Africa. He frequently presents on a variety of business topics from Entrepreneurship to Social Impact and Investment.

Previously, Mike was Chief Executive Officer for two start-up companies and Chief Financial Officer for MetalSite, Inc., participating in the rapid growth of the company and public registration process. While at MetalSite, Mr. Matesic led the startup of the company's subsidiary, ScrapSite.

Before that he served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Anker Coal Group and its subsidiaries where he was responsible for Human Resources, Information Technology, Tax and Finance functions. 

During his ten years with Anker Coal, he led a successful registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission, managed the company's substantial growth, established and invested in various start-up companies and completed many acquisitions. 

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George Robinson II is Director of Supplier Diversity & Inclusion for UPMC.  He joined UPMC in April 2018 to enhance strategic planning and execution in the UPMC Supplier Diversity Program. George brings to this position over 20 years of experience in Business and Engineering Administration, Government Management and Diverse Business Development. 

Prior to joining UPMC, George was responsible for the creation of Development (Real Estate) Services Group as Manager of Development Services for The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA). 

Before relocating to Pittsburgh in 2013, he last served as Deputy Director of Public Utilities for the City of Toledo, Ohio and managed the city’s $521 million Federal Consent Order engineering and construction program (The Toledo Waterways Initiative).
 
George presently serves on several local boards, including Life’s Work (Board Chair), Provident Charter Academy, Rotary Club of Pittsburgh (President), Riverside Center of Innovation, Women’s Business Entrepreneurship Council (WBEC)-East (Second Vice-Chair), Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council (EMSDC), Laurel Highlands Boy Scouts of America, and the Pittsburgh Historical Landmarks Foundation, among others. 
 
He is graduate of the inaugural cohort of The Advanced Leadership Initiative (TALI) Executive Leadership Academy held in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), and has completed Executive Education studies at Georgetown University with LEAD360. 

A Toledo, Ohio native, he previously completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, an MBA with specialization in Operations Management, and Ph. D studies (ABD) in Higher Education Leadership at the University of Toledo (Ohio). 
 
As always, the visually inclined can catch it on YouTube, or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform.

Hollie Geitner believes your story is your gift to the world and leads by the mantra: live with intention; embrace imperfection. 

As director of communications and brand for Duquesne Light Company (DLC), Hollie develops and shares stories to help educate, inform, and inspire their more than 1,800 employees and 600,000 customers in the Pittsburgh region.
 
Prior to her role at DLC, she was vice president, culture and brand ambassador for WordWrite, a public relations and digital marketing agency. During her eight years there she counseled clients on bridging the gap between truth and misunderstanding, especially in times of crisis. 

In addition to her client responsibilities, she was accountable for the firm’s sales and marketing efforts where she collaborated with the entire team to showcase their expertise in the B2B space.
 
Before joining the agency world, she held various PR and marketing positions, including at Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Allegheny Energy and the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.
 
She is a member of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and recently earned the prestigious APR accreditation and was inducted into the PRSA Renaissance Hall of Fame for her 20+ years of career success. 

In 2019, she completed EDGE, a nine-month women’s leadership program offered through the Pittsburgh Technology Council and Align Leadership, as well as the EDGE Compass Senior Leadership program in 2021.
 
Hollie is actively engaged in the community as a member of the Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) of the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania and a member of the WLC Allegheny County Leadership Team. 

Additionally, she serves on the board of Pennsylvania Women Work and volunteers her time as a mentor for the Three Cups of Coffee program. She also supports Light of Life Rescue Mission and Dress for Success. 
 
She received the Community Champion award from the Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber of Commerce and was named a Cribs for Kids Woman of Achievement. In 2022, she was honored as an ATHENA award finalist by the Pittsburgh Technology Council which recognizes women who demonstrate excellence in their profession, contribute to the community, and help other women and girls succeed through mentorship. 

Additionally, she was recognized by Pittsburgh Magazine as a Woman & Business honoree in 2021 and in 2013 as a 40 Under 40 honoree—an annual recognition program managed by Pittsburgh Magazine and the Pittsburgh Urban Magnet Project (PUMP).
 
Outside of the office, she enjoys walking the river trails with her chocolate lab and golden retriever, kayaking, reading, crafting at home, vintage shopping, and inspiring her children to chase their dreams.

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Our guest for Episode 128 is Lora McKnight, CEO of vibrantPITTSBURGH, where she leads strategic operations and program development. Lora spearheads initiatives to drive diversity, equity, and inclusion across the Pittsburgh region. With a passion for fostering inclusive practices, Lora has crafted and implemented transformative programs to advance these crucial efforts.
 
Previously contributing to the Immigrants and Internationals Advisory Council of Allegheny County and the Welcoming Pittsburgh Advisory Council of the City of Pittsburgh, Lora currently serves on the boards of Awaken Pittsburgh and the Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance and is a recent graduate of Leadership Pittsburgh (XL Cohort, the “best cohort ever”). 

Her background includes roles at The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Southwestern PA and Chatham University. Lora earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Illinois State University and holds an MLIS degree from the University of Pittsburgh.

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There’s a quote that goes, “Nothing happens to you. Everything happens for you.”

Meet our guest for Episode 127, Thomas Exler. Thomas embodies the spirit of those words. He was born with a rare birth defect called bladder exstrophy. When Thomas counts the many blessings in his life…he includes it. Because of it, and on the whole the blessings have gratefully outweighed all the negatives he has had to personally endure.

Thomas is an amazing, if not heroic human being. 

So, what is bladder exstrophy? 

The word Exstrophy is derived from the Greek word ekstriphein, which literally means to “turn inside out.” Bladder exstrophy is a malformation of the bladder, in which the bladder and related structures are turned inside out. The skin of the lower abdominal wall that normally covers the bladder also does not form properly and is separated, thus exposing the inside of the bladder to the external world. If you imagine a balloon that has been split and opened up so that the inside of the balloon is visible, you will have a picture of what has happened

In early 2010, Thomas founded a group called Courage to Shine, (http://www.courage-to-shine.org/) which will eventually be a patients awards program as well as a website that will feature individuals who were born with genitourinary birth defects, and have also grown up to become amazing role models as adults. 

Although Thomas never asked to have a stoma, no person has asked before getting sick, but Thomas believes that having a stoma should never stop anyone from doing what they want to do or accomplish in life.  

He believes that, “Life is wonderful, and it is not about the gifts you are given in life, it really is about how you use those gifts that is important.”

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 or your favorite podcast platform.

Ginger beer that is. Our guest this week is Tyler Lewis, an accomplished marketer and entrepreneur who relocated from New York City to Pittsburgh to help launch Jackworth Ginger Beer, Pennsylvania's first ginger beer brewery. 

As Chief Growth Officer, Tyler is responsible for building the brand throughout Pittsburgh and beyond, with the goal of nationwide distribution. Jackworth Ginger Beer was established in partnership with Pittsburgh native, Jackworth Smith, who also serves as the head brewer and CEO. 

Jackworth Ginger Beer is one of only a few breweries in the United States that produces alcoholic ginger beer, while also offering non-alcoholic options - providing something for everyone.

Prior to his move to Pittsburgh, Tyler co-founded an art gallery called My Pet Ram and worked as a researcher with Neuro-Insight, a New York City-based neuromarketing firm with clients such as Anheuser-Busch, Samsung, Facebook, and Twitter.

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Adam Conner is the Founder of Authentic Avenue, a B2B media production and creative strategy firm, and he is our guest for Episode 125 of the podcast. Adam attended Loyola Blakefield, a Catholic, college preparatory school in Towson, Maryland before graduating from Harvard in 2014. 

Behind those impressive academic credentials is a bright and inquisitive creative mind that fell in love with the Dramatic Arts. 

You’ve probably heard about being a “left-brain” or “right-brain” person in psychology. The left brain is all about logical, analytical thinking, while the right brain is where creativity, intuition, and emotions thrive. 

Adam proves that both sides possess unique strengths, and work in tandem. He was a competitive public speaker from age 11-18; winning multiple state / regional / national championships. 

Adam’s personal interests include the creator economy, the art of interviewing and performing on camera, NASCAR, world soccer, and Baltimore sports (don’t hold that against him), theatre (stage drama / musical + limited film). 

This fast-paced conversation is one of our best. 

As always, 
the visually inclined can catch it on YouTube, or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform.

Our guest this week on the podcast is Lannette McWilliams. She a native to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has a rich family history being deeply rooted in our area. Her and her husband have a sixteen-year-old son and their dog Luna, a black Lab/Weimaraner mix. 

Lannette’s ancestors served in the French and Indian War and the American Revolution, landing in Pittsburgh and were awarded property for their service by King Edward III right here in Pittsburgh. Due to her ancestral heritage, she an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). She has a strong connection to the veteran’s community including her longstanding involvement with the Veterans Community Partnership.

Lannette holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications with a minor in Art. She completed her MBA in 2023, with dual majors in Business and Marketing, while working full-time at COhatch in Pittsburgh. 

Before joining COhatch, she spent most of her career as a leader in healthcare, primarily in hospice care. During her career, she has directed diverse teams across different fields. She also has extensive experience in marketing, operations, finance, fundraising, business development, event planning, and team leadership, which she continues to utilize in growing COhatch in Pittsburgh. 

As the Pittsburgh Market Leader at COhatch, Lannette continues her passion for connecting people and helping the community in any way she can, leveraging her broad skill set to grow COhatch in Pittsburgh.

COhatch is designed to be more than just a place to work; it aims to be a dynamic environment where individuals and businesses can thrive and contribute to their local communities. COhatch offers a variety of workspaces, including private offices, dedicated desks, shared coworking areas, and meeting rooms. These spaces are designed to cater to different work styles and business needs.
 
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Have you met Laura Bright?  She is a seasoned non-profit leader, a Rotarian, and a documentary filmmaker. And that’s just for starters. Whether Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania or Kiserian, Kenya, you will find her 

Our guest for Episode 123 of the Podcast is a true “Jill of all Trades” whose enthusiasm is boundless. She’s bright (no pun intended), funny, passionate, and dedicated. There is nothing she can’t do when she sets her mind to it. 

Laura is the Executive Director of Hekima Place. Founded in 2005, Hekima Place is a safe, faith-based, loving home for orphaned and vulnerable girls in Kenya. The organization has a board and office in both Pittsburgh and in Kenya.

Check out this inspiring conversation. This one is a must see. 

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