The City of Bridges, Pittsburgh is recognized as a national model in university-driven economic transformation. Speakers will set the stage for the sessions, activities and program presentations and provide insights into developments happening in Pennsylvania and the region. • Chuck Shoopman, President, UEDA • Mary Frances Postupack, Annual Summit Chair, UEDA Keynote Address • Carolyn Boser Newhouse, Deputy Secretary, Office of Innovation and Investment, PA Department of Community and Economic Development Nationally recognized university presidents and chancellors will discuss the evolving role and experiences for higher education in local, regional, and national economic development and community transformation. • Mary Frances Postupack, Annual Summit Chair, UEDA (moderator) • Mark A. Nordenberg, Ph.D., Chancellor, University of Pittsburgh • Subra Suresh, Ph.D., President, Carnegie Mellon University • Marcia G. Welsh, Ph.D., President, East Stroudsburg University • Dr. Julie Wollman, Ph.D., President, Edinboro University