We are a team of business and community leaders who are your advocates for a bright future on the South Side.

 

The South Side Chamber of Commerce is a community-based organization which represents the diverse interests of interconnected businesses, residents and other stakeholders in the South Side neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Its primary mission is to support the development of businesses by attracting and maintaining our authentic, historic, and diverse community. The vision is to create a vibrant business community that supports the success of its members by meeting the needs of our neighbors while attracting regional interest.

 

Executive Committee 2023-25 

Peter Margittai
Margittai Architects
President

Rebecca Kasavich
Copies @ Carson
Vice President

Dina Klavon
Klavon Design Associates, Inc.
Secretary

Melanie Rutan
Bookminders
Treasurer

 

Board of Directors 2023-25

Amber Lynch
Chicken of the Sea

Cortney Ivanov
Big Dog Coffee

Michelle Senko
RE/Max Select Realty

Cyril Esser
Retired

Jason Clark
City Theatre

David Jason
D&P Valet Parking

Christie Neff Miller
Twelve Whiskey Barbecue

Louis Kroeck IV
LJK Law PLLC

Richard Ernsberger
Behrend & Ernsberger, PC

W. Bryan Boak
Retired

 

Emeritus Members of the Board

Top five reasons to join the South Side Chamber of Commerce

 

GET CONNECTED

This isn’t about networking — this is about gaining friends, associates and even advocates for you and your business. The return on your investment is meaningful, lasting relationships.

be visIble

The age-old adage applies here — “out of sight, out of mind.”  Nothing sells your business better than being in front of people face to face, social networking and local media through chamber events and marketing programs.

build knowledge

The challenges facing local businesses in 2023 are real. Build your skills and knowledge though chamber education and development programs that target business success through relevant speakers and guest trainers.

enjoy perks

Members get the very best of the South Side through our member-to-member programs. Enjoy special benefits and great discounts while attracting new customers with your participation.

stay involved

The chamber works very closely with local and state government to provide a   representative business voice when needed.  As a member, you help to shape our leadership role in South Side community organizations.