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Jean Westrick
A strategic, creative leader with two decades of experience in philanthropy, including technology implementation, program strategy and execution, and foundation operations.
Jean Westrick is a strategic and creative leader with over 20 years of experience in philanthropy focusing on technology implementation, program strategy, and foundation operations.
Previously serving as the Director of IT Strategy and Communications at The Chicago Community Trust, Jean led change management efforts for the foundation's digital transformation and directed the On the Table engagement model replicated in 30 cities nationwide.
Ms. Westrick is the current Executive Director of the Technology Association of Grantmakers, showcasing her expertise in technology and philanthropy.
She is a passionate advocate for equity in STEM education, technology access, and science literacy, holding degrees including a Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University and a Master of Science from DePaul University.
Her professional journey includes roles as an Independent Consultant at The Chicago Community Trust, Associate Director at University of Chicago, and Manager, Science Chicago at the Museum of Science and Industry.