Part 1: The basics of iPhotography
Whether you’re taking pictures to capture a moment, make a statement, or share a story, taking photos with intention will quickly improve the quality of your images. Today we’re talking about some hidden features you might not know about that will help you become a better iPhone photographer.
1. Don’t Miss It! Trying to capture those impromptu moments? Sometimes scrambling for your phone, unlocking it, and pulling up the camera app takes too long. Fortunately, iPhones have a remarkable feature allowing access to the camera in a split second. Pick up your phone, touch the home button, and just swipe left to directly open up your camera!
2. Find Your Focus. With your camera on and open, it’s time to start taking control of your photo. Your iPhone will have two functions that it will try to automate: focus and exposure. Have you noticed that yellow square that shows up when you tap on the screen? That’s the focus feature. Notice how the picture, and its tone, changes as you tap different areas of the photo? Focusing on the right subject can make a huge difference in the story you tell.
3. Manipulate Photo Exposure. As you click around, you may notice the photo will change its brightness, otherwise known as exposure. The iPhone’s exposure feature takes into account brightness, shadows, highlights, contrast, and coloring. We always say it’s better to “underexpose” rather than “overexpose”, meaning it’s better to let your picture be taken a little darker rather than too bright. An underexposed photo can be properly edited to create the look you want. This will be much more difficult with an overexposed photo. To change the exposure on your camera, tap once to get that focus square over your target subject, then tap again. Hold down your finger and swipe up or down. Swiping down will lower your exposure while swiping up with increase your exposure.
4. Lock It In! You’re not done yet! You want to make sure you’re getting the exact frame, composition, and angle that you want. Unfortunately, as soon as you move your camera, it will automatically change the settings you just worked so hard to perfect. But luckily, the settings can be locked! Just hold down your finger on the focus box until you see the AE/AF Lock in yellow on top of your screen.
5. Photo Composition. Composition means “putting together”, and in photography we think of it as the placement or arrangement of the visual elements in a photo. A well-known rule for a successful composition is “the rule of thirds”. Imagine there’s a 3X3 grid over your photo. The idea is that if you place the important subjects either at the grid points of intersection or along the grid lines, it will appear the most attractive for a viewer to look at. The iPhone has a “grid lines” feature, to help you visually see the placement of your photo. To turn it on, just go into settings, camera, and then turn on the “grid” section.
6. Use Your Headphones! You know those Apple headphones we all lose? (oops!) They can be incredibly helpful! When plugged in, you can easily snap a picture with the volume buttons. This is great for street photography, where you may want your photo taking to be subtle. The headphones are also a lifesaver when you’re using a tripod. iPhones, even more-so than a normal camera, can be extremely sensitive to movement. The click of a button can create enough movement to blur up your photo. When your camera is on a tripod, and you’re able to take the shoot with the headphone buttons, any unwanted movement is eliminated, keeping your photo still and focused.
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Danielle Bruno McDermott is an Associate at Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP, located in Fifth Avenue Place in downtown Pittsburgh. Danielle has extensive experience litigating matters in federal and state courts. Danielle's practice areas include White Collar Defense, Criminal Defense, Commercial Litigation and Labor and Employment Litigation. Danielle is also a member of the Schnader's Internal Investigations practice group. Danielle served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Scott P. Bittner prior to joining Schnader in 2018. ⠀ ⠀ Danielle focuses her pro bono efforts supporting the Pennsylvania Innocence Project, a non-profit that provides free legal services to incarcerated individuals who have cognizable claims of innocence. Danielle has also assisted with the pro bono representation of defendants in criminal matters, in juvenile life-without-parole resentencing proceedings, and in civil rights cases. ⠀ ⠀ Danielle has joined the Board of Directors of Pittsburgh Young Professionals as the Recording Secretary and a member of the Executive Board for 2020. She is excited to work with the 2020 Board on what promises to be an exciting and innovative year for PYP! ⠀ ⠀ @pghyoungprofessionals #pghyoungprofessionals #iampyp
Feb 27
Danielle Bruno McDermott is an Associate at Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP, located in Fifth Avenue Place in downtown Pittsburgh. Danielle has extensive experience litigating matters in federal and state courts. Danielle's practice areas include White Collar Defense, Criminal Defense, Commercial Litigation and Labor and Employment Litigation. Danielle is also a member of the Schnader's Internal Investigations practice group. Danielle served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Scott P. Bittner prior to joining Schnader in 2018. ⠀ ⠀ Danielle focuses her pro bono efforts supporting the Pennsylvania Innocence Project, a non-profit that provides free legal services to incarcerated individuals who have cognizable claims of innocence. Danielle has also assisted with the pro bono representation of defendants in criminal matters, in juvenile life-without-parole resentencing proceedings, and in civil rights cases. ⠀ ⠀ Danielle has joined the Board of Directors of Pittsburgh Young Professionals as the Recording Secretary and a member of the Executive Board for 2020. She is excited to work with the 2020 Board on what promises to be an exciting and innovative year for PYP! ⠀ ⠀ @pghyoungprofessionals #pghyoungprofessionals #iampyp
Tony Weisenburger⠀ Assistant Vice President within S&T Bank’s Commercial Loan Underwriting Department⠀ ⠀ Tony Weisenburger is an Assistant Vice President within S&T Bank’s Commercial Loan Underwriting Department with a focus on businesses with annual revenues ranging from $5 million to $50 million dollars. In his seven years of experience in commercial banking, Tony has facilitated the structuring and closing of over 500 commercial loans for various companies spanning a wide range of industries and geographic footprints. ⠀ ⠀ In his capacity as commercial loan underwriter, Mr. Weisenburger is directly responsible for analyzing, evaluating and present findings in the review of credit facilities via financial statements, operational performance and proformas. Prepare appropriate credit presentation outlining the relevant details of proposed transactions and recommendations. Work closely with all levels of ownership, management, CPAs and attorneys to review, restructure and ensure collateral is properly secured to maximize asset growth and minimize risk exposure to the Bank. ⠀ ⠀ In addition to his work as an Underwriter, Tony is also an active real estate investor in the Pittsburgh area – focusing primarily on affordable housing in underdeveloped municipalities such and Braddock and McKees Rocks. Tony works with local wholesalers and contractors to find undervalued properties with high cash flow potential to maximize profitability and provide tax revenue to local underserved areas. ⠀ ⠀ Tony earned his bachelor’s degree with majors in Political Science and Economics at Saint Vincent College. During his four years there, Tony also worked as a resident assistant and served as president of the Mock Trial team. ⠀ ⠀ He is also serving as Treasurer of Pittsburgh Young Professionals, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization devoted to fostering social, professional, and civic development of young professionals in the Pittsburgh region.⠀ ⠀ He can be reached at 412-818-6479; or tonyweisen@gmail.com⠀ ⠀ @pghyoungprofessionals #pghyoungprofessionals #iampyp
Feb 26
Tony Weisenburger⠀ Assistant Vice President within S&T Bank’s Commercial Loan Underwriting Department⠀ ⠀ Tony Weisenburger is an Assistant Vice President within S&T Bank’s Commercial Loan Underwriting Department with a focus on businesses with annual revenues ranging from $5 million to $50 million dollars. In his seven years of experience in commercial banking, Tony has facilitated the structuring and closing of over 500 commercial loans for various companies spanning a wide range of industries and geographic footprints. ⠀ ⠀ In his capacity as commercial loan underwriter, Mr. Weisenburger is directly responsible for analyzing, evaluating and present findings in the review of credit facilities via financial statements, operational performance and proformas. Prepare appropriate credit presentation outlining the relevant details of proposed transactions and recommendations. Work closely with all levels of ownership, management, CPAs and attorneys to review, restructure and ensure collateral is properly secured to maximize asset growth and minimize risk exposure to the Bank. ⠀ ⠀ In addition to his work as an Underwriter, Tony is also an active real estate investor in the Pittsburgh area – focusing primarily on affordable housing in underdeveloped municipalities such and Braddock and McKees Rocks. Tony works with local wholesalers and contractors to find undervalued properties with high cash flow potential to maximize profitability and provide tax revenue to local underserved areas. ⠀ ⠀ Tony earned his bachelor’s degree with majors in Political Science and Economics at Saint Vincent College. During his four years there, Tony also worked as a resident assistant and served as president of the Mock Trial team. ⠀ ⠀ He is also serving as Treasurer of Pittsburgh Young Professionals, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization devoted to fostering social, professional, and civic development of young professionals in the Pittsburgh region.⠀ ⠀ He can be reached at 412-818-6479; or tonyweisen@gmail.com⠀ ⠀ @pghyoungprofessionals #pghyoungprofessionals #iampyp
Mackenzie Farone, MBA, PCM Digital Marketing⠀ ⠀ With 10 years of experience in the traditional and Digital Marketing space, Mackenzie is an expert in all aspects of Marketing. She is a dynamic and impactful leader with expertise in managing both digital and traditional marketing teams. She is a graduate of the Rowland School of Business at Point Park University where she earned a Masters Degree (MBA) with a concentration in International Business Management and Marketing from this prestigious international program. She currently serves on the Senior Management team at Greiner Bio-One. She has a history of impactful leadership when managing cross-functional teams and routinely gets the most out of her employees while creating an effective work environment.⠀ ⠀ In her latest promotion, Mackenzie became the Senior Manager for Corporate Communications after serving for several years as a Senior Marketing Manager. In her current role, she is responsible for creating & leading the implementation of an inbound brand strategy on a national and international basis through email marketing channels, website, and social media, as well as, finding and coordinating nationally and internationally recognized events, television/media opportunities and press. This role requires expertise and certifications in Google Adwords, graphic design, Google Analytics/Hubspot, and SEO.⠀ ⠀ @pghyoungprofessionals #pghyoungprofessionals #iampyp
Feb 25
Mackenzie Farone, MBA, PCM Digital Marketing⠀ ⠀ With 10 years of experience in the traditional and Digital Marketing space, Mackenzie is an expert in all aspects of Marketing. She is a dynamic and impactful leader with expertise in managing both digital and traditional marketing teams. She is a graduate of the Rowland School of Business at Point Park University where she earned a Masters Degree (MBA) with a concentration in International Business Management and Marketing from this prestigious international program. She currently serves on the Senior Management team at Greiner Bio-One. She has a history of impactful leadership when managing cross-functional teams and routinely gets the most out of her employees while creating an effective work environment.⠀ ⠀ In her latest promotion, Mackenzie became the Senior Manager for Corporate Communications after serving for several years as a Senior Marketing Manager. In her current role, she is responsible for creating & leading the implementation of an inbound brand strategy on a national and international basis through email marketing channels, website, and social media, as well as, finding and coordinating nationally and internationally recognized events, television/media opportunities and press. This role requires expertise and certifications in Google Adwords, graphic design, Google Analytics/Hubspot, and SEO.⠀ ⠀ @pghyoungprofessionals #pghyoungprofessionals #iampyp
Maria Fritzius is a Senior Analyst for BNY Mellon’s Risk and Compliance group, where she has been employed since her graduation from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown in 2016. Prior to this role, Maria worked as a Recruiter for BNY Mellon Wealth Management. While at Pitt-Johnstown, Maria served as the Vice President of the Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity. Maria is currently working on her Master’s in Organizational Leadership at Robert Morris University, and will serve as the 2020 Board Advisor for Pittsburgh Young Professionals’ Social and Special Events Committee. ⠀ ⠀ @pghyoungprofessionals #pghyoungprofessionals #iampyp
Feb 24
Maria Fritzius is a Senior Analyst for BNY Mellon’s Risk and Compliance group, where she has been employed since her graduation from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown in 2016. Prior to this role, Maria worked as a Recruiter for BNY Mellon Wealth Management. While at Pitt-Johnstown, Maria served as the Vice President of the Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity. Maria is currently working on her Master’s in Organizational Leadership at Robert Morris University, and will serve as the 2020 Board Advisor for Pittsburgh Young Professionals’ Social and Special Events Committee. ⠀ ⠀ @pghyoungprofessionals #pghyoungprofessionals #iampyp
Pamela W. Connelly⠀ Shareholder at Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky⠀ ⠀ Pamela Wilkins Connelly, a Shareholder at Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky, is an experienced civil litigator, employment lawyer, and an education lawyer with the unique experience of having served as an executive administrator and in-house litigation counsel at a large public university for nearly 18 years.⠀ ⠀ Described by her clients as “fearless, focused and fierce, she is a trusted advisor through times of crisis. Pam earned a Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Rating AV Pre-eminent in the field of litigation and higher education law. Entrusted time and again with complex, high risk and high publicity matters, Pam has deep experience and an insider’s perspective in advising on a wide array of legal issues with a goal of providing mission-based and value driven results.⠀ ⠀ For nearly two decades, Pam represented, or held an executive role at, the University of Pittsburgh, a multi-campus public university. She provided counsel in all phases of litigation in state and federal court, including employment, discrimination, and commercial disputes, as well as, tort cases. She also provided advice and counsel to the university on a wide range of legal issues including academic and conduct research, student contracts, discrimination, constitutional and privacy. Pam has deep experience in Title IX, the ADA/Rehabilitation Act, First Amendment law.⠀ ⠀ Pam advises and defends educational institutions on matters affecting daily operations and compliance with federal and state laws as well as best practices. Pam provides counsel to institutions on the creation of internal policies, systems and practices designed to minimize legal exposure and conducts internal investigations into employee misconduct, student misconduct and #MeToo allegations of historic sexual abuse.⠀ ⠀ She also provides advice on labor and employment matters, including employee discipline and separation and issues involving board governance.
Feb 23
Pamela W. Connelly⠀ Shareholder at Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky⠀ ⠀ Pamela Wilkins Connelly, a Shareholder at Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky, is an experienced civil litigator, employment lawyer, and an education lawyer with the unique experience of having served as an executive administrator and in-house litigation counsel at a large public university for nearly 18 years.⠀ ⠀ Described by her clients as “fearless, focused and fierce, she is a trusted advisor through times of crisis. Pam earned a Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Rating AV Pre-eminent in the field of litigation and higher education law. Entrusted time and again with complex, high risk and high publicity matters, Pam has deep experience and an insider’s perspective in advising on a wide array of legal issues with a goal of providing mission-based and value driven results.⠀ ⠀ For nearly two decades, Pam represented, or held an executive role at, the University of Pittsburgh, a multi-campus public university. She provided counsel in all phases of litigation in state and federal court, including employment, discrimination, and commercial disputes, as well as, tort cases. She also provided advice and counsel to the university on a wide range of legal issues including academic and conduct research, student contracts, discrimination, constitutional and privacy. Pam has deep experience in Title IX, the ADA/Rehabilitation Act, First Amendment law.⠀ ⠀ Pam advises and defends educational institutions on matters affecting daily operations and compliance with federal and state laws as well as best practices. Pam provides counsel to institutions on the creation of internal policies, systems and practices designed to minimize legal exposure and conducts internal investigations into employee misconduct, student misconduct and #MeToo allegations of historic sexual abuse.⠀ ⠀ She also provides advice on labor and employment matters, including employee discipline and separation and issues involving board governance.
Lakshmi Reddy⠀ Medical Director at Gateway Health
Thomas Forse⠀ Senior Associate - Business Consulting at Grant Thornton LLP
Feb 21
Thomas Forse⠀ Senior Associate - Business Consulting at Grant Thornton LLP
Sandra Seymore, CPA⠀ Audit Director at Grant Thornton LLP
Feb 20
Sandra Seymore, CPA⠀ Audit Director at Grant Thornton LLP
Jaime Andrade Budesa, CMP⠀ Senior Services Manager at VisitPITTSBURGH
Feb 19
Jaime Andrade Budesa, CMP⠀ Senior Services Manager at VisitPITTSBURGH
Grant H. Hackley is an associate in the Pittsburgh office of Rawle & Henderson LLP. He concentrates his law practice in the areas of insurance coverage, construction, casualty & premises liability, product liability, and environmental, toxic and mass torts.⠀ ⠀ Grant earned his J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh in 2007. He served as the Law Review Editor-in-Chief and was a Student Bar Association Representative. In addition, he won a Student Leadership Award. He was also awarded the Dean's Scholarship and the Arthur J. Murphy, Jr., Endowed Scholarship. He served as a Judicial Intern for the Honorable Ralph J. Cappy, Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. In addition, he served a clerkship for the Honorable Bernard L. McGinley in the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania.⠀ Grant earned a B.S. degree in Physiology & Neurobiology from the University of Maryland, College Park, in 2000.⠀ ⠀ Grant is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, and also the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of West Virginia, and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.⠀ Grant was selected as a Pennsylvania Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2016 and 2017. He has participated in the Allegheny County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Bar Leadership Initiative. Grant is a Contributing Editor for the American Bar Association Litigation Section's Litigation News quarterly periodical.⠀ ⠀ Prior to joining Rawle & Henderson LLP, Grant was an attorney in the Pittsburgh office of a litigation and business transactions law firm that is one of the largest law firms in the nation.
Feb 19
Grant H. Hackley is an associate in the Pittsburgh office of Rawle & Henderson LLP. He concentrates his law practice in the areas of insurance coverage, construction, casualty & premises liability, product liability, and environmental, toxic and mass torts.⠀ ⠀ Grant earned his J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh in 2007. He served as the Law Review Editor-in-Chief and was a Student Bar Association Representative. In addition, he won a Student Leadership Award. He was also awarded the Dean's Scholarship and the Arthur J. Murphy, Jr., Endowed Scholarship. He served as a Judicial Intern for the Honorable Ralph J. Cappy, Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. In addition, he served a clerkship for the Honorable Bernard L. McGinley in the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania.⠀ Grant earned a B.S. degree in Physiology & Neurobiology from the University of Maryland, College Park, in 2000.⠀ ⠀ Grant is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, and also the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of West Virginia, and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.⠀ Grant was selected as a Pennsylvania Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2016 and 2017. He has participated in the Allegheny County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Bar Leadership Initiative. Grant is a Contributing Editor for the American Bar Association Litigation Section's Litigation News quarterly periodical.⠀ ⠀ Prior to joining Rawle & Henderson LLP, Grant was an attorney in the Pittsburgh office of a litigation and business transactions law firm that is one of the largest law firms in the nation.
Mary Emili⠀ Visitor Services Specialist at VisitPITTSBURGH⠀ ⠀ Mary serves as the Visitor Services Specialist at VisitPITTSBURGH where she is responsible for servicing the needs of Pittsburgh’s leisure travelers and local residents wishing to experience all that the city has to offer. She has cultivated an in-depth knowledge of lodging, dining, attractions and events occurring in the Pittsburgh area and thoroughly enjoys sharing her expertise with guests and visitors via phone, email and face-to-face communication.
Feb 18
Mary Emili⠀ Visitor Services Specialist at VisitPITTSBURGH⠀ ⠀ Mary serves as the Visitor Services Specialist at VisitPITTSBURGH where she is responsible for servicing the needs of Pittsburgh’s leisure travelers and local residents wishing to experience all that the city has to offer. She has cultivated an in-depth knowledge of lodging, dining, attractions and events occurring in the Pittsburgh area and thoroughly enjoys sharing her expertise with guests and visitors via phone, email and face-to-face communication.
Pittsburgh plastic surgeon Dr. Avery C. Capone combines the latest in surgical technique with a traditional educational framework in his approach to each patient’s care. He has traveled widely to learn the best advances in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and is thrilled to share this surgical knowledge with his native city of Pittsburgh and the Western Pennsylvania community. It remains his privilege to practice within a specialty that seamlessly combines science, art, and technology in the delivery of outstanding patient care. https://buff.ly/2taF2qY
Feb 17
Pittsburgh plastic surgeon Dr. Avery C. Capone combines the latest in surgical technique with a traditional educational framework in his approach to each patient’s care. He has traveled widely to learn the best advances in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and is thrilled to share this surgical knowledge with his native city of Pittsburgh and the Western Pennsylvania community. It remains his privilege to practice within a specialty that seamlessly combines science, art, and technology in the delivery of outstanding patient care. https://buff.ly/2taF2qY
Scott Hershberger is the director of tourism services at VisitPITTSBURGH, the official tourism promotion agency for Allegheny County. As part of his job, Scott promotes the city to both convention and leisure travelers, addresses their needs and oversees the operation of the organization’s welcome centers. He also regularly constructs itinerary ideas for inquiring guests and encourages his team of employees to deliver the best possible customer service to everyone with whom they interact. ⠀ ⠀ Originally from Franklin County in South Central Pennsylvania, Scott graduated summa cum laude from Shippensburg University in May of 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication/Journalism and a minor in Psychology. He previously worked as a television news reporter, public relations specialist and his hometown’s director of economic development before moving to Pittsburgh to accept his “dream job” in March of 2016.⠀ ⠀ #lovePGH
Feb 15
Scott Hershberger is the director of tourism services at VisitPITTSBURGH, the official tourism promotion agency for Allegheny County. As part of his job, Scott promotes the city to both convention and leisure travelers, addresses their needs and oversees the operation of the organization’s welcome centers. He also regularly constructs itinerary ideas for inquiring guests and encourages his team of employees to deliver the best possible customer service to everyone with whom they interact. ⠀ ⠀ Originally from Franklin County in South Central Pennsylvania, Scott graduated summa cum laude from Shippensburg University in May of 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication/Journalism and a minor in Psychology. He previously worked as a television news reporter, public relations specialist and his hometown’s director of economic development before moving to Pittsburgh to accept his “dream job” in March of 2016.⠀ ⠀ #lovePGH
Jason Wehrle is the Managing Partner of the Western Pennsylvania office of Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris Ledva & Meyers, PC. He has over twenty years experience as a civil litigator. Jason focuses his practice in representing professionals and businesses throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia. In the legal malpractice arena, Jason has successfully defended attorneys and law firms sued as a result of claimed malpractice arising from virtually every underlying field of the practice of law including medical malpractice, securities, corporate litigation, corporate transactions, employment law, bankruptcy, labor law, administrative law, estates & trusts, family law, immigration & naturalization, personal injury, insurance defense, real estate and taxation.⠀ ⠀ Jason also regularly defends hospitals, physicians, nursing professionals, dentists, insurance brokers and agents, real estate brokers, architects, engineers, accountants and chiropractors in professional liability claims.⠀ ⠀ Jason’s experience in Consumer Financial Services Litigation is substantial, and he has defended against every type of consumer claim, including claims under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), as well as state consumer protection laws — both individual claims and class actions. ⠀ ⠀ Jason is a frequent speaker in several leading consumer financial services industry organizations, such as ACA International, National Creditors Bar Association (NCBA) and the Pennsylvania Creditors Bar Association (PACBA). He also serves on the NCBA Membership Committee and Defense Bar Committee wherein he provides risk management and compliance advice to NCBA members.⠀ ⠀ In the area of commercial general liability, Jason routinely handles high exposure matters in the fields of product liability, premises liability, auto liability, construction law, dram shop and commercial litigation. This includes cases involving personal injuries and property damage claims.
Feb 14
Jason Wehrle is the Managing Partner of the Western Pennsylvania office of Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris Ledva & Meyers, PC. He has over twenty years experience as a civil litigator. Jason focuses his practice in representing professionals and businesses throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia. In the legal malpractice arena, Jason has successfully defended attorneys and law firms sued as a result of claimed malpractice arising from virtually every underlying field of the practice of law including medical malpractice, securities, corporate litigation, corporate transactions, employment law, bankruptcy, labor law, administrative law, estates & trusts, family law, immigration & naturalization, personal injury, insurance defense, real estate and taxation.⠀ ⠀ Jason also regularly defends hospitals, physicians, nursing professionals, dentists, insurance brokers and agents, real estate brokers, architects, engineers, accountants and chiropractors in professional liability claims.⠀ ⠀ Jason’s experience in Consumer Financial Services Litigation is substantial, and he has defended against every type of consumer claim, including claims under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), as well as state consumer protection laws — both individual claims and class actions. ⠀ ⠀ Jason is a frequent speaker in several leading consumer financial services industry organizations, such as ACA International, National Creditors Bar Association (NCBA) and the Pennsylvania Creditors Bar Association (PACBA). He also serves on the NCBA Membership Committee and Defense Bar Committee wherein he provides risk management and compliance advice to NCBA members.⠀ ⠀ In the area of commercial general liability, Jason routinely handles high exposure matters in the fields of product liability, premises liability, auto liability, construction law, dram shop and commercial litigation. This includes cases involving personal injuries and property damage claims.
Lawrence Jackson⠀ Staff Software Engineer at Locomation
Feb 13
Lawrence Jackson⠀ Staff Software Engineer at Locomation
Kevin C. Abbott⠀ Energy Attorney⠀ ⠀ Recognized both locally and nationally as one of the best lawyers in energy and oil and gas law, Kevin has more than 35 years’ experience in the field. He has tried cases, argued appeals, provided counseling to clients, and acted as an arbitrator.
Feb 12
Kevin C. Abbott⠀ Energy Attorney⠀ ⠀ Recognized both locally and nationally as one of the best lawyers in energy and oil and gas law, Kevin has more than 35 years’ experience in the field. He has tried cases, argued appeals, provided counseling to clients, and acted as an arbitrator.
Abby K Hahn⠀ Associate Attorney at Willman & Silvaggio, LLP
Feb 11
Abby K Hahn⠀ Associate Attorney at Willman & Silvaggio, LLP
Nickolas Dickson⠀ ⠀ Accounting and Attestation services at H2R CPA located at:⠀ 875 Greentree Road⠀ Seven Parkway Center, Suite 1000⠀ Pittsburgh, PA 15220⠀
Feb 10
Nickolas Dickson⠀ ⠀ Accounting and Attestation services at H2R CPA located at:⠀ 875 Greentree Road⠀ Seven Parkway Center, Suite 1000⠀ Pittsburgh, PA 15220⠀
Having a fun Monday??? Marina and I had a great session, and we got some beautiful photos as well. #headshots #pittsburghphotographers #headshotcrew
Feb 10
Having a fun Monday??? Marina and I had a great session, and we got some beautiful photos as well. #headshots #pittsburghphotographers #headshotcrew
Kristen Turner, CMP⠀ Director, Convention Service at VisitPITTSBURGH⠀ ⠀ Sixteen years of experience in the hospitality industry working for VisitPITTSBURGH, Kristen began her career as Housing Project Coordinator. Quickly transitioned into Convention Services Assistant and progressed to her current leadership role as the Director of Convention Services. In this role, Kristen is responsible for serving citywide conventions, acting as a liaison between the local Pittsburgh community and international event organizers and managing logistics as needed for meetings and events. Kristen manages the Housing Department and assists in the overall management of the Destination Services department.⠀ In 2019, Kristen completed the Certified Meeting Professional coursework and exam. Kristen attends and engages with fellow industry colleagues at various events throughout the year; Event Service Professionals Association and Destinations International being her favorites. She enjoys getting involved in committees for ESPA (Conference Planning, Marketing, Continuing Education, Leadership Track). ⠀ A native Pittsburgher, Turner earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the Pennsylvania State University in Communications, with a concentration in advertising and business administration.⠀ #lovePGH
Feb 9
Kristen Turner, CMP⠀ Director, Convention Service at VisitPITTSBURGH⠀ ⠀ Sixteen years of experience in the hospitality industry working for VisitPITTSBURGH, Kristen began her career as Housing Project Coordinator. Quickly transitioned into Convention Services Assistant and progressed to her current leadership role as the Director of Convention Services. In this role, Kristen is responsible for serving citywide conventions, acting as a liaison between the local Pittsburgh community and international event organizers and managing logistics as needed for meetings and events. Kristen manages the Housing Department and assists in the overall management of the Destination Services department.⠀ In 2019, Kristen completed the Certified Meeting Professional coursework and exam. Kristen attends and engages with fellow industry colleagues at various events throughout the year; Event Service Professionals Association and Destinations International being her favorites. She enjoys getting involved in committees for ESPA (Conference Planning, Marketing, Continuing Education, Leadership Track). ⠀ A native Pittsburgher, Turner earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the Pennsylvania State University in Communications, with a concentration in advertising and business administration.⠀ #lovePGH
Melissa A. Mares is a project attorney in the Corporate and Securities Practice Group of Pepper Hamilton LLP, resident in the Pittsburgh office.⠀ ⠀ Ms. Mares provides legal advice to growth companies from startup through exit as well as venture capital and private equity in their fund formation and venture capital investments.⠀ ⠀ Ms. Mares acts as an outside general counsel to her clients, where she works with a team of lawyers to provide advice in all areas that affect their business. These activities include, among others, establishing the form of entity, developing and implementing equity compensation plans, negotiating and drafting material contracts, structuring financings, acquisitions and divestitures and overseeing and managing entire business deals. She also counsels boards of directors and senior management on corporate governance, securities laws and other strategic matters.⠀ ⠀ Prior to joining Pepper, Ms. Mares was a business associate attorney at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius. Before that, she was a corporate governance attorney at the Delaware law firm of Richards, Layton & Finger.⠀ ⠀ Ms. Mares also enjoys coaching basketball and gymnastics.
Feb 8
Melissa A. Mares is a project attorney in the Corporate and Securities Practice Group of Pepper Hamilton LLP, resident in the Pittsburgh office.⠀ ⠀ Ms. Mares provides legal advice to growth companies from startup through exit as well as venture capital and private equity in their fund formation and venture capital investments.⠀ ⠀ Ms. Mares acts as an outside general counsel to her clients, where she works with a team of lawyers to provide advice in all areas that affect their business. These activities include, among others, establishing the form of entity, developing and implementing equity compensation plans, negotiating and drafting material contracts, structuring financings, acquisitions and divestitures and overseeing and managing entire business deals. She also counsels boards of directors and senior management on corporate governance, securities laws and other strategic matters.⠀ ⠀ Prior to joining Pepper, Ms. Mares was a business associate attorney at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius. Before that, she was a corporate governance attorney at the Delaware law firm of Richards, Layton & Finger.⠀ ⠀ Ms. Mares also enjoys coaching basketball and gymnastics.
Mike Robertson⠀ VisitPITTSBURGH⠀ ⠀ Mike is an event professional with experience working with 600 events, including work with some of Pittsburgh's largest sporting events and conventions. These events include working with NCAA National Championships, USGA US Open, United States Olympic Committee Events, and United States Department of Veterans Affairs, I am a 2013 graduate of Duquesne University with a concentration in marketing and sports marketing.⠀ #lovePGH
Feb 7
Mike Robertson⠀ VisitPITTSBURGH⠀ ⠀ Mike is an event professional with experience working with 600 events, including work with some of Pittsburgh's largest sporting events and conventions. These events include working with NCAA National Championships, USGA US Open, United States Olympic Committee Events, and United States Department of Veterans Affairs, I am a 2013 graduate of Duquesne University with a concentration in marketing and sports marketing.⠀ #lovePGH
Emily is an associate in the Energy and Natural Resources Group, focusing her practice on oil and gas litigation. She has represented clients in state and federal court in a variety of matters, including lease and contract disputes, pipeline condemnations, royalty actions, and property claims. Emily has experience at all stages of the litigation process, including drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs, conducting discovery, negotiating settlements, and advocating at mediations, hearings, and trial.⠀ ⠀ Prior to joining Reed Smith, Emily served as a clerk to Justice Max Baer of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. She also practiced in Charlotte, North Carolina, at a general litigation firm, counselling clients through all phases of litigation.
Feb 6
Emily is an associate in the Energy and Natural Resources Group, focusing her practice on oil and gas litigation. She has represented clients in state and federal court in a variety of matters, including lease and contract disputes, pipeline condemnations, royalty actions, and property claims. Emily has experience at all stages of the litigation process, including drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs, conducting discovery, negotiating settlements, and advocating at mediations, hearings, and trial.⠀ ⠀ Prior to joining Reed Smith, Emily served as a clerk to Justice Max Baer of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. She also practiced in Charlotte, North Carolina, at a general litigation firm, counselling clients through all phases of litigation.
Who said headshots can’t be fun?? I love having a blast with my clients!
Feb 5
Who said headshots can’t be fun?? I love having a blast with my clients!