Two of the primary targets for redevelopment, Bakery Square and Hazelwood Green, have already benefitted from branding and attention, including visits from government officials, tech events and the "AI Avenue" banners that now line Penn Avenue.

To staff the growing sector, organizers plan to partner with universities, foundations, local school districts and workforce organizations. Former Steelers safety Will Allen, who has worked with multiple funds and foundations in the city, was tapped to lead the workforce plan.

"As it starts to evolve and grow, I want to make sure that people from all over southwestern Pennsylvania are participating," Mr. Allen said. "Everybody needs to have access and exposure and awareness, and we just want to ensure that that happens."

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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | Evan Robinson-Johnson