Downtown in Pittsburgh in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
James E. Rohr
rose from the position of management trainee to become
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
Under his leadership, PNC became one of the largest financial institutions in the United States.
In the early 1980s, Pittsburgh experienced the loss of many steel and manufacturing jobs, causing a severe downturn in the local economy. Rohr galvanized private and public sector leaders to spearhead a third Pittsburgh Renaissance. This collaboration resulted in the creation of thousands of jobs and transformed Fifth Avenue into a thriving thoroughfare. Continuing this transformation, Rohr led the way to rejuvenate the Cultural District, home to Pittsburgh's world-class symphony, opera and ballet. His civic and cultural vision helped to revitalize Downtown Pittsburgh into the urban heart of the region, a magnet for natives and newcomers alike to live work and enjoy cultural events and outdoor recreation.
He was also a key partner in restoring historic Point State Park to its former beauty. As a result, Pittsburgh regained its position in one of the most livable
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Generous in giving his time and counsel to others.
Visionary in revitalizing a city.
"Jim Rohr Way"
Erected 2015 by PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Education • Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 2014.
Location. 40° 26.455′ N, 80° 0.027′ W. Marker is in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in Allegheny County. It is in Downtown. It is at the intersection of
Regionally, this marker is in the American Northeast, in the Mid-Atlantic, in the Ohio River Valley, in Appalachia, and specifically in Northern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, and one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: This Building Marks (a few steps from this marker); Oliver Avenue (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); In Commemoration (about 400 feet away); Site of Bear Tavern (about 400 feet away); McClurg Iron Foundry (about 500 feet away); Dr. Nathaniel Bedford (about 500 feet away); The Granite Building (about 600 feet away); Arrott Building (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pittsburgh.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 15, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 417 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 15, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
