Author name: David Webber

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

Bevon Joseph is not your everyday worker in tech. A self-described ecosystem builder and advocate for financial and social equity, he is committed to empowering underserved – and underestimated – communities. He founded the Greenwood Project in Chicago, which has helped lead more than 1,000 Black and Latinx students into careers in finance, empowering them

As Wevise’s Chief Product Officer, Phil Morehead has been a guiding force in transforming Wevise’s mission into reality. From architecture to execution, Phil’s leadership has shaped a platform built to break barriers, particularly for those just beginning their journey into tech. His work isn’t just technical; it’s deeply personal, and it’s the reason he is

  Diversity, equity and inclusion are three words that for decades have meant empowering a conscientious society to accept and appreciate those different from them. Amalgamated into the acronym “DEI,” the term has transformed into a red-hot fire poker, spurring passionate ambushes against progressive workplace ideals. Countless DEI programs are folding under the pressure, while