What We
Do

What We
Do

© Chait Goli
 
We work across Chicagoland’s tech ecosystem to make our region a global tech leader where all people thrive.
 

We orchestrate by bringing the right people to the table to solve the city’s toughest issues,

And we catalyze change by following the data and breaking silos across ecosystems.

Our Principles

Follow the Data

to find a pressing challenge in our tech and innovation ecosystem with great upside for our region

Break Silos

and work with leaders across industry, academia, technology, government and more to bring the diverse voices to the table

CHAMPION DIVERSITY

to ensure we’re creating value for the many not the few

LAUNCH SOLUTIONS THAT STICK

and can sustain themselves to make  Chicagoland stronger and more inclusive, so we’re ready for the next challenge

Our Priorities

Talent Attraction

Bringing top tech talent back to Chicago.

Talent Development Pathways

Increasing the pool of diverse entry level graduates.

DEI Dashboard

Source of truth about the state of diversity, equity and inclusion in Chicago tech.

Early Stage

Quantum Cohort

Bridging the gap between quantum research and industry.

Growth Stage

P33 Company Connect

Connecting startups with enterprise customers.

Underrepresented Tech Founders

TechRise

Elevating entrepreneurs of color to provide support in the areas they need it most, specifically capital,  customers, and connections.

Marketing & Communications

Telling our tech story and increasing our national visibility.