C.I.S.T, the Commercial Industrial Service Trade Organization, is a strategic construction business organization, not a networking group. We operate locally, nationally, and internationally to provide products, services, and designs for those interested in building and maintaining commercial and industrial buildings across all verticals. Our organization plays a vital role in the industry by supporting our […]
Jill McKibbin has been recognised in The Strategist 2026 Awards. This award celebrates leaders who demonstrate exceptional strategic thinking, innovation, and leadership across industries worldwide. Jill’s recognition reflects her forward-thinking approach, commitment to delivering measurable impact, and her continued role as a trusted advisor in strategic consulting and strategy.
Jill McKibbin has been named a Global 100 Winner for 2026 by Global Professional & Business Magazine (GPMG). This prestigious recognition highlights her outstanding leadership, dedication to building meaningful relationships, and continued impact within the industry. With decades of experience and a passion for connecting people and opportunities, Jill continues to set the standard for […]
Dubbed “a leading connector in the Pittsburgh business community,” Jill McKibbin is an expert strategic construction and business organization consultant with over 35 years of sales experience. In 2010, she became the owner and president of McKibbin Consulting, a Pennsylvania-based firm where she implements her own signature approach to align businesses across diverse backgrounds. With […]
Pittsburgh Business Times, MAY 19, 2023 Jill McKibbinPresident/C.O.I McKibbin Consulting Jill is known as a Center of Influence and Consultant with over 30 years of experience in working with companies locally, nationally, and internationally by providing unique growth strategies to connect with all industries and verticals. She is the Founder of the Commercial Industrial Service […]
A Classic Car show and summer bash was held in South Park to raise monies to purchase a service dog for a local veteran in Bethel Park. Partnering with the Allegheny Rockets, McKibbin Consulting was the main sponsor for the event that raised $28,000 for the Rescue 22 Foundation. Rescue 22 Foundation was co-founded by […]
By The Western PA Healthcare News Team – February 20, 2021 Matchmaking and February go hand in hand. Jill McKibbin, President of McKibbin Consulting, is known as the matchmaker and connector in helping small businesses grow through matching companies with introductions through her vast network of connections. COVID has created challenges to develop connections for […]
The weather is breaking, and construction season is gearing up. As a general contractor, you’ve just landed that big project and now it’s time to get down to work. You may be good at the construction process, but there are some specialty contractors that are necessary to get the job done. So what are some […]
There are a number of certifications in business and often 2nd or 3rd tier awards as well as federal monies that are awarded to contractors with these certifications. You can get a jump start on your organization’s long-term contract growth by considering these minority business enterprise certifications. Minority Business Enterprise – National Minority Supplier Development […]
The ATHENA Awards Program of Greater Pittsburgh distinguishes itself from other regional awards through its emphasis on women mentoring other women and girls. Jill McKibbin was nominated in both 2015 and 2018 for the Athena award in many ways because of her efforts to help women-owned and disadvantaged businesses compete in a larger market. For those […]
