About

Our Vision

Our Mission

1. To present an honest diagnosis of system-level performance in helping all students succeed on a learning-to-career journey into the digital economy;
2. To identify the most important problems to address;
3. To offer ambitious but practicable solutions to these problems; and
4. Mobilize all stakeholders in the region to pursue those solutions.

This effort is not intended to tell positive stories about Chicago; we anticipate sharing uncomfortable data and stories through this effort. However, we believe the process of gathering and acting upon such sobering data is part of the positive story of Chicago working towards greater diversity and inclusion in its tech economy.

Who We Are

This is a partnership of several organizations collaborating on a common goal of building a tech workforce that reflects the region, and creating inclusive learning and working environments where all Chicagolanders can thrive. All of our organizations share some combination of interest in Chicago, the technology economy, and diversity, equity and inclusion. And we believe that we’re more likely to reach our destination by being honest about the challenges that lie ahead and working together to solve them.

P33 leads and coordinates this effort on behalf of the partnership and the region. P33 is a business-led nonprofit founded in 2019 to make Chicago a tier-one tech city and foster inclusive economic growth. The organization focuses on growing a diverse tech workforce in collaboration with its Tech Talent Alliance of 50 companies; and supporting start-up founders with funding, support and connections to founders through initiatives such as TechRise, a weekly pitch competition that distributes non-dilutive capital to Black and Latino founders and women.

Other Partners

Thoughtworks a leading global technology consultancy that enables enterprises and technology disruptors across the globe to thrive as modern digital businesses. We leverage our vast experience to improve our clients’ ability to respond to change; utilize data assets; create adaptable technology platforms; and rapidly design, deliver and evolve exceptional digital products and experiences at scale.

TechChicago is a regional collaboration dedicated to redefining our great city as a global center of innovation. We are a city born of reinvention. A city that’s fueling tech innovation to move the world forward. A city that’s a champion of diversity. A city that’s cosmopolitan, yet down to earth. A city with a significantly lower cost of living and higher quality of life. A city that’s making a difference. We believe it’s time to look toward Chicago.