Montage of people at the D.C. Fly-In

2025 D.C. Fly-In: One Region. One Voice.

September 16-17, 2025

BRIEFING PACKET

Join us for a high-impact, two-day advocacy event uniting southwestern Pennsylvania’s leaders from business, government, academia, and the nonprofit community in the nation’s capital. Together, we’ll champion shared priorities and secure federal support for our region’s economic future. This event is sponsored by AT&T, Highmark, K&L Gates, PMI U.S., PNC Bank, UPMC, and UPMC Health Plan.

New DC Event

Industry, Security, and Community: Senator David McCormick on the Nippon Steel–U.S. Steel Deal
September 17 | 3-5 p.m.
Location: Hudson Institute

CEO Stefani Pashman will join a high-impact panel reflecting on the US Steel-Nippon deal, livestreamed from DC by the Hudson Institute.

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Participant Resources

More advocacy resources are coming soon!

Key Themes

One Region. One Voice. One Future.
Our united coalition of leaders from business, government, labor, philanthropy, and academia champions shared priorities to drive an economically competitive future for southwestern PA.

Energy is Our North Star
With over $90 billion in private-sector energy investments announced at Senator Dave McCormick’s Energy and Innovation summit, southwestern PA is leading in innovation, advanced nuclear, and grid modernization. The D.C. Fly-In will help secure even more support for our region.

Federal Partnership is a Force Multiplier
Federal investment powers local jobs, strengthens energy security, and fuels R&D at our region’s top universities. Federal academic investment in research and development is critical to our future regionally and as a nation. 

Permitting Reform is Essential for all Industry Growth
We back efficient, reliable, and responsible permitting processes to accelerate business investment and infrastructure deployment – all to foster the state’s growing AI and tech economy.

Fly-In Event Agenda

Sponsors Only
Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Southwestern Pennsylvania County Spotlight
12-1:30 p.m.

Location: Capitol Visitor Center, Room SVC 212-10
In partnership with the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission, this special will highlight regional business successes and future economic development opportunities from each participating county, including recent business attraction wins, key economic milestones, and future opportunities for growth and collaboration. This event will bring together member companies from the Allegheny Conference and our Congressional delegation.

Open to All
Tuesday, September 16

2-3 p.m. Capitol Steps Group Photo and Tour
Location: Meet at U.S. Capitol Building steps
You must have a government issued ID to enter the Capitol Visitor Center. Please review the list of Prohibited Items List

3-4:30 p.m. Industrial Legacy to Leadership in Domestic Advanced Manufacturing
Location: Capitol Visitor Center, Room SVC 212-10
You must have a government issued ID to enter the Capitol Visitor Center. Please review the list of Prohibited Items List

Confirmed Speakers:

  • Christopher Guith, Senior Vice President, Global Energy Institute, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
  • Eric Lin, Acting Associate Director for Innovation and Industry Services, NIST
  • Anthony Pugliese, Director of the Office of Technology Commercialization and the Chief Commercialization Officer, Department of Energy
  • Closing Remarks: James Cunningham, Deputy Chief of Staff, U.S. Senator McCormick

This session aims to position the region for success by hearing from key federal partners on opportunities to strengthen the domestic supply chain and advance energy, commerce, and defense. Invited speakers from the Department of Energy, Commerce, and Defense, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

5-7 p.m. Reception at Bullfeathers
Location: 410 First St. SE, Washington, DC 20003

Wednesday, September 17

Time and Location Change!

10-11 a.m. U.S. Senator McCormick’s Keystone Coffee
Location: Dirksen 366
Please note, Dirksen is a Senate office building, the event will not be in the Capitol. The most convenient point of entry may be through the Hart Senate Office building Horseshoe door on Second street N.E.

We encourage you to join Senator McCormick’s weekly coffee, a popular meet-and-greet for constituents visiting Washington. This is a widely attended event and open to all Pennsylvanians.

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Time available for organizations to make the rounds with congressional offices. See guidelines below.

Map of DC Reception

Schedule a meeting with your congressional office.
This year, we encourage D.C. Fly-In attendees to schedule meetings directly with congressional offices. Below is a list of scheduling contacts. When reaching out, include your name, organization, purpose, preferred dates/times, attendees, and whether you are in the district. Be sure to mention you are participating in the Allegheny Conference D.C. Fly-In — each office has been briefed in advance to prepare for these requests.

2025 D.C. Fly-In Congressional Scheduler Contacts

Office of Sen. John Fetterman

Cole Brown, Scheduling Director/Strategic Planning Director

Office of Sen. Dave McCormick

McKinley Scholtz, Scheduling Director

Office of Rep. Summer Lee (D-PA-12)

Philip Bennett, Operations Director

Office of Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA-14)

David Nelson, Operations Director

Office of Rep. G.T. Thompson (R-PA-15)

Hannah Hughes, Operations Director

Office of Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA-16)

Alexis Cagan, Scheduler

Office of Rep. Chris Deluzio (D-PA-17)

Kyra Baillie, Scheduler

Hotel Accommodations

SOLD OUT

Courtyard Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard located at 140 L St SE, Washington, DC 20003

*20-minute walk to the U.S. Capitol and a 11-minute walk to Bullfeathers

Capitol Hill Hotel located at 200 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003

*9-minute walk to the U.S. Capitol and a 6-minute walk to Bullfeathers

Reserve your room ($449++ per night) by calling the hotel’s sales manager Mina Amani at (202) 448-2088.  You can also send an email to Mina at mina.amani@capitolhillhotel-dc.com. Be sure to mention the Allegheny Conference on Community Development to secure this special rate.  

Cancellation: Individual reservations must be cancelled no later than 3:00pm, 72 hours prior to arrival date to avoid a one (1) night cancellation charge. Hotel will impose a one (1) night’s room and tax early departure fee for all guests who register for a specified length of stay and check out early. Continental breakfast is included in the rate. Onsite Valet Parking is available for $50 per night.

For questions about this event, please contact Kristen Turner, events director, at events@alleghenyconference.org

The Allegheny Conference on Community Development, a nonprofit regional economic development organization, is hosting an event that qualifies as a widely attended gathering under House and Senate ethics rules.