Chelsie Masciola
Brand Manager
A lover of local flavors – from craft brews to artisanal bites. Catch me sipping, savoring, and shopping through the charm of Pittsburgh, one local find at a time!
Channing Powell
LEAD SOCIAL MEDIA + EVENTS STRATEGIST
Channing is a Pittsburgh native who loves this city from its history to its food & music scene. She coordinates our events & is one of the faces behind Made in PGH’s social media. In her spare time, you can find her & her vintage shop, ChanningLane Vintage, poppin’ up at the various artisan markets around the city.
Alexis Bruno
Social Media + Events Strategist
ALEXIS GREW UP IN WEST VIRGINIA AND IS PURSUING AN MBA IN MARKETING AT Louisiana State University Shreveport. SHE LOVES DISCOVERING NEW BARS AND RESTAURANTS IN PITTSBURGH ON THE WEEKENDS AND SPENDING TIME WITH HER DOG LAMBO.
Mo Macel
Mo is a pun-loving Pittsburgher who likes to take photos and write. When not focusing on her kiddos, you'll find her pursuing happiness and working on living the American Dream via one craft beer at a time. She blogs at givegodyouryes.com and fullhipster.com.
Josh McCann
Josh has been writing for Made in PGH since 2018, where he writes about upcoming events. He’s a Point Park University graduate and teaches high school English. In his free time you’ll find him playing guitar and writing new songs.
Rebecca Hansborough
Rebecca is a Pittsburgh transplant of five years with experience in content writing, social media management, public relations, web editing, and much more. Her passion for food inspired her to create an Instagram based food blog that shares a combination of local cuisine and homemade meals. When she’s not focusing on food, she also enjoys the Pittsburgh arts and entertainment scene, from Broadway shows, music festivals, to gallery crawls. She is excited to share her love for all things Pittsburgh with future readers!
Colin Parrish
COLIN IS A PITTSBURGH-BORN AND RAISED, DAYDREAMER, AND RESTAURANT FOODIE ADDICT WHOSE PASSIONS INCLUDE RUNNING, THRIFTING, CAMPING, AND HAVING A HEALTHY AMOUNT OF COFFEE OR MALBEC (DEPENDING ON THE TIME OF DAY). YOU CAN CATCH HIM SHOPPING ON THE STRIP, RUNNING IN HIGHLAND PARK, OR FINDING THE BEST HIKING VIEWS JUST OUTSIDE OF THE CITY. HE IS A COPYWRITER IN PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA.
Caitlin McDonough
Caitlin is a native Pittsburgher who helps out with Made in PGH behind the scenes. She loves to thrift and antique hunt, always looking for hidden gems in the Burgh. She's a lover of pickles and pierogies, ciders and sours, and of course, the Pirates and Pens.
Nelli Tokleh Sproull
Nelli is a Pittsburgh transplant who is obsessed with tacos and hockey. Connect with Nelli on Instagram, @pittsburghfoodnerd.
Beth Vassallo
Born and raised in a Philly suburb, Beth first traveled to Pittsburgh for college (H2P!) and never left. She loves exploring every nook and cranny of this beautiful city with her husband and their three kids.
Amanda Schindler
Meet Amanda, a proud Pittsburgh native and passionate foodie! With a background in restaurant and catering management, she fell in love with her city's vibrant food and beverage scene. Now, she’s on a mission to explore every delicious corner of Pittsburgh and beyond, sharing her culinary and travel adventures on Instagram as @burghbrewnette. Join her flavorful journey and discover the delightful tastes and scenic wonders she encounters along the way! Amanda is also a huge Pittsburgh Penguins fan and finds joy hitting the nature trails and hiking around Pennsylvania. When not on a quest for local hidden gems, you can find Amanda enjoying spending time with her husband, 2 kids and 2 dogs.
Brooke Walker
Brooke is a passionate advocate for wellness, beauty, and community. As Miss Black Pennsylvania USA, she uses her platform to inspire others through fitness, self-care, and empowerment. She is the founder of Healthy Soul, a brand dedicated to holistic well-being, and a dedicated artist, using her creativity to inspire and uplift others. When she’s not preparing for the pageant stage, creating, or working on her business, you can find her engaging with local businesses, sharing her journey, and making an impact in the Pittsburgh community.
