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The incredible Stephanie Ayala is Wevise’s January 2026 Volunteer of the Month. As Chief of Staff, Stephanie plays a crucial behind-the-scenes role that helps keep the Wevise focused, aligned, and forward-moving during a very busy and exciting time. Stephanie works directly with Wevise’s Board President, serving as a “right-hand Swiss Army knife.” She supports leadership

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Monique Moguel had an introspective moment shared by many in her position. At the time, she worked in banking, and the world of finance allowed her to parlay her skillset into a successful, stable career. But her quick growth and ascension came with an impersonal bent that left her feeling

Mentorship is about more than just providing a network, or a job, or a path forward for a mentee looking to break into the tech field. It’s also about developing a genuine connection that can lead to short-term or even lifelong fellowship between two people. A mentee needs to feel something in their conversations with

Mentorship is often framed as a tool for guiding young professionals, but its impact extends far beyond the early stages of a career. At every level, mentorship helps shape stronger, more effective leaders. Whether you’re a new worker, an ambitious employee, an established leader or near retirement, mentoring offers enormous benefits for developing and honing

At Wevise, our volunteers embody the spirit of collaboration, resilience, and generosity that drives our mission forward. Each month, we spotlight one individual whose contributions stand out for the impact they create across our programs. For August, we are proud to recognize Brett Adler as our Volunteer of the Month. Brett’s story with Wevise is

At Wevise, our volunteers are the heart of everything we do. Each month, we highlight one individual whose dedication, energy, and passion for our mission inspires us all. For July, Rebecca Randle, Wevise’s Chicago TechPath Program Manager, is honored as our Volunteer of the Month. Rebecca’s journey with Wevise is both inspiring and deeply personal.

At Wevise, we’re lucky to work with volunteers who bring passion, purpose, and a deep commitment to breaking down barriers in tech. But few embody that mission as powerfully as Theresa Bui, our June 2025 Volunteer of the Month. Theresa leads Wevise’s marketing efforts, an ambitious and foundational role that has shaped the way the

Employee engagement is critical to business success. While many organizations invest in pay, perks, and workplace culture to boost engagement, one powerful yet often overlooked tool is mentorship.  Traditionally viewed as a career advancement strategy, mentorship has far greater potential. It can serve as a foundation for deeper employee connection, clarity, and commitment. However, it’s

Wevise’s many dedicated volunteers have worked tirelessly over the last several months to make June 3’s Chicago TechPath Alliance kickoff event a reality. Among those passionate volunteers is Wevise CEO Janice Levenhagen, whose vision of partnering with nonprofits and corporations to jump-start careers in tech came to fruition at the event. “It was a lot