Artificial intelligence is transforming how companies hire, how startups scale, and how professionals build successful careers. New technologies are reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace, creating opportunities for those willing to adapt, learn, and expand their professional networks. Yet despite the rise of AI-powered recruiting platforms and online networking tools, one reality remains unchanged: meaningful career opportunities are still built through human relationships.
On Wednesday, July 22, HispanicPro, in collaboration with SHPE Chicago Chapter and GANAS Tech, will host The Future of Tech Careers, Startups & AI at Level Sporting Club in Chicago's Wrigleyville neighborhood as part of Tech Chicago Week, one of the city's premier celebrations of innovation and entrepreneurship. This event will bring together three organizations committed to advancing careers, expanding professional networks, and strengthening Chicago's technology community.
Recognized as a Tech Chicago Week Recommended Event, the evening will bring together technology professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, recruiters, students, and business leaders for an evening focused on conversations that can lead to new careers, new partnerships, and new ideas.
Meet Technology Leaders Shaping the Future
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with accomplished professionals representing cybersecurity, enterprise technology, talent acquisition, and artificial intelligence.
George Alvarez
Unit Head – Vehicle Cybersecurity and Diagnostics
TRATON R&D US
As connected vehicles become increasingly software-defined, cybersecurity has become one of the fastest-growing specialties in engineering. George leads initiatives focused on protecting commercial vehicle technology while advancing diagnostics and innovation for one of the world's leading truck manufacturers.
Professionals interested in cybersecurity, automotive technology, engineering leadership, and emerging mobility trends will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights from someone working on the front lines of transportation innovation.
Alma Islas
Program Manager – Oracle Fusion Global Programs
Oracle
Large-scale digital transformation requires exceptional leadership and technical coordination. Alma manages global Oracle Fusion initiatives that help organizations modernize critical business systems across international operations.
Her experience offers attendees valuable perspective on enterprise technology, cloud transformation, global project management, and building a successful career inside one of the world's largest technology companies.
Sofia Vega
Talent Attraction Strategist
Sprout Social
Hiring has changed dramatically over the past several years. Recruiters now evaluate candidates using a combination of professional branding, networking, digital presence, and increasingly, AI-assisted recruiting tools.
Sofia specializes in identifying top technology talent and understands what hiring managers are looking for in today's competitive job market. Whether you're actively interviewing or simply preparing for your next opportunity, connecting with recruiters before you need a job can become one of the smartest career investments you make.
Niko Dubovsky
Co-Founder
SuperCity AI
Artificial intelligence continues to reshape nearly every industry. Niko is helping build the next generation of AI-powered solutions through SuperCity AI, giving attendees the opportunity to discuss entrepreneurship, product development, startup growth, and the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem.
For aspiring founders, innovators, and anyone curious about launching a technology company, conversations with experienced entrepreneurs often provide insights that cannot be found in books or online courses.
Eloy Frias
AI Manager
Accenture
Eloy Frias is an AI Engineer at Accenture specializing in Generative AI, Responsible AI, data science, and enterprise AI solutions. As the Midwest Data & AI Community Pillar Lead and Midwest Aerospace & Defense Network Co-Lead, he helps organizations use AI to solve complex business challenges while connecting technical teams with business leaders.
With nearly two decades of experience, Eloy has delivered AI and analytics solutions across aerospace and defense, healthcare, finance, and supply chain for organizations including NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Department of Transportation, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and the University of Chicago. He holds a Master of Science in Data Science from the University of Chicago and is passionate about responsible AI, mentoring future technology leaders, and driving data-powered innovation.
Jesus Gonzalez
Deputy Global Practice Leader
AON
Jesus Gonzalez is Deputy Global Practice Leader for Intangible Assets at Aon, where he helps organizations navigate the intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and enterprise risk. He works with global organizations to identify emerging risks and advance responsible AI adoption.
Beyond Aon, Jesus is an AI 2030 Senior Fellow and serves on the Chicago AI Council, helping position Chicago as a leader in responsible AI while championing workforce development and AI governance. He holds an engineering degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Career Advancement Begins With Conversations
Professional networking continues to outperform traditional job searching in measurable ways.
Research consistently shows that 70% to 85% of jobs are filled through networking or referrals, while referred candidates are hired faster and often remain with employers longer than candidates hired through online applications alone.
Technology professionals understand that technical skills may open the first door, but relationships frequently determine who receives opportunities to lead projects, join innovative startups, or move into executive leadership.
Events like Tech Chicago Week provide an environment where conversations happen naturally between professionals at different stages of their careers. A single introduction can lead to mentorship, collaboration, consulting opportunities, investment conversations, or your next career move.
Chicago's Startup Ecosystem Continues to Grow
Chicago has become one of America's fastest-growing innovation hubs, attracting billions of dollars in venture capital investment while producing successful startups across artificial intelligence, fintech, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, cybersecurity, and enterprise software.
For entrepreneurs, networking is often the difference between building in isolation and accelerating growth through strategic partnerships.
Meeting founders, investors, engineers, product managers, recruiters, and corporate innovation leaders in one room creates opportunities that rarely happen through cold emails or LinkedIn messages.
Whether you're launching your first startup or exploring a new business idea, the conversations you have during Tech Chicago Week could become the foundation for future collaborations.
Why Attend
The evening is designed for professionals who want to stay ahead of where technology is heading while building relationships that support long-term career success.
Attendees will have opportunities to:
- Connect with technology professionals, entrepreneurs, recruiters, and business leaders from across Chicago.
- Learn how artificial intelligence is transforming careers, hiring, and innovation.
- Meet featured guests representing Oracle, TRATON R&D US, Sprout Social, and SuperCity AI.
- Discover career opportunities, startup ideas, and potential collaborators.
- Expand their professional network within Chicago's growing Latino technology community and allies.
Whether you're searching for your next opportunity, preparing for a career transition, exploring entrepreneurship, or simply looking to meet ambitious professionals who share your passion for technology and innovation, this is one of the premier networking events of Tech Chicago Week.
The future of your career may not begin with submitting another application. It may begin with a conversation.
Sources
- World Economic Forum – Future of Jobs Report 2025
- LinkedIn – Global Talent Trends Report
- LinkedIn Economic Graph Research
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – Employment Projections
- National Bureau of Economic Research – Research on employee referrals and labor markets
- Crunchbase – Chicago startup funding and venture capital data
- P33 Chicago – Chicago technology ecosystem reports
- CompTIA – State of the Tech Workforce
- U.S. Small Business Administration – Entrepreneurship statistics
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