From the moment the elevator doors opened, the Dollar Bank rooftop set the stage for an evening of energy, opportunity, and connections. Junior Achievement of Western PA (JA) welcomed 80 young professionals for our first JA Young Professionals Board Headshots & Happy Hour presented by Dollar Bank – an event designed to help Pittsburgh’s rising leaders put their best face forward while networking with purpose.
Event Highlights
- Raffles & Wins
As if networking and new headshots weren’t enough, raffle prizes added extra excitement because who doesn’t love leaving an event with something unexpected in hand?
- Professional Glow-Ups
Attendees stepped in front of the camera for polished new headshots, aka the ultimate LinkedIn upgrade. Confidence looks good in high resolution. A special thank you to Redford Photography for their top-notch services.
- Food, Drinks, and Rooftop Views
From cocktails to tasty bites, the evening had the perfect fuel for great conversations.
- Interactive Vendor Fun
Guests enjoyed hands-on activities that kept the night lively: mini golf moments courtesy of Puttshack, tie-tying lessons from Larrimor’s that turned into friendly competitions, and even a chance to browse vintage Pittsburgh Steelers merchandise courtesy of Rick’s Vintage to kick off the upcoming football season.
JA’s Impact with Young Professionals
JA’s YPB Headshots & Happy Hours wasn’t just about rooftop cocktails and camera flashes – it was about readiness. At JA, readiness doesn’t end at high school graduation. While our mission begins with preparing kids to thrive in their future careers, we also create spaces like this for young professionals who are already in the field. Whether you’re stepping into your first internship or your fifth promotion, confidence, connections, and community are always the keys to success.
Missed out this time? Don’t worry, we’ll see you at the next one, because every JA event is another chance to build confidence, connections, and a future-ready workforce.
Want to see more moments from this year’s event? Click here to view the full photo gallery!
A big thank you to all the amazing partners who made this year’s event possible! Your support helped create a fun, interactive evening for young professionals while furthering JA’s mission to prepare the next generation for success.
Presenting: Dollar Bank
Gold: Puttshack
Silver: H2R Business Solutions and Acrisure Stadium
Bronze: Pittsburgh Brewing Company
Interested in Partnering with JA?
JA is always looking for passionate partners to help us empower the next generation. Whether you’re a business interested in hosting an event, providing mentorship, sponsoring programs, or sharing your expertise, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Partnering with JA doesn’t just impact students – it’s an opportunity for young professionals and companies to connect with the community, build meaningful relationships, and be part of a mission that prepares tomorrow’s leaders for success beyond high school.
Ready to explore a partnership? Contact us HERE and start making a difference today
