IQ Inc. Honored as 2011 Woman-Owned Business of the Year!
IQ Inc. Honored as 2011 Woman-Owned Business of the Year Barbara Van Kirk, founder and President of IQ Inc. in Murrysville, has been awarded the distinction of 2011 Woman-Owned Business of the Year by the Western Pennsylvania Small Business Network. The award recognizes exceptional leadership, talent and dedication in small business organizations in the Western […]
Article: Pittsburgh is ranked a top American City of the Future!
“First Overall,” Pittsburgh is Ranked as a Top Americas City of the Future April 11, 2011 – The Pittsburgh region is now recognized as a top destination for global business investment. According to fDi, “Foreign Direct Investment” magazine, Pittsburgh ranked first overall in the large cities category among the fDi2011/2012 Americas Cities of the Future. […]
Smarty pants! Pittsburgh’s labor force is one of the most educated in the country!
Pittsburgh’s under 45 work force, remains one of the most educated in the country, as measured by the percentage of younger workers who have attained a bachelor’s degree or higher, according to U.S. Census data compiled by the University of Pittsburgh’s Center for Social and Urban Research. Check out the complete article by Bill Toland, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, April […]
Barbara VanKirk Emcee at 2010 Winners’ Circle Awards Luncheon!

Barbara VanKirk, President & Owner of IQ Inc, and the 2009 ATHENA Award® Winner emceed the 15th Annual Winners’ Circle Luncheon, held on Wednesday, May 19th 2010 at the Four Points Sheraton in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Congratulations to all of the winners!!! Marisa Yaniszeski (Owner, PKSA Karate – Greensburg) – YWCA Rising Star Award Meagan Bilik DeFazio, […]
You should stick around after graduation – Pittsburgh rated a top city for newly graduated!
Recent graduates stick around after graduation! Pittsburgh was rated a top city for new graduates by the Huffington Post. From our booming education and health care industries, to our nightlife and cultural scenes, Pittsburgh has a lot to offer young professionals in addition to a job! View the complete article from the Huffington Post