P33 is a privately funded non-profit focused on driving inclusive, global tech and innovation leadership for Chicago. DPI and P33 are natural partners that share a common vision and are collaborating daily on a unified strategy. Specifically, this includes working together to prepare a diverse workforce ready to thrive in high-demand tech jobs, and advancing Chicago as a global leader in advanced analytics and applied computing.
World Business Chicago (WBC) is the City of Chicago’s public-private economic development organization chaired by the Mayor with the active support of its 80+ board members which include Fortune 500 and corporate executives. WBC drives inclusive economic growth and job creation, supports business, and promotes Chicago as a leading global city. With the support of its 250+ ChicagoNEXT council members, WBC’s innovation & venture programs drives growth and opportunity for the city’s tech economy and innovation ecosystem. Their flagship programs include Startup Chicago, the Chicago Venture Summit, and ThinkChicago.