Michael Chiappetta

Michael Chiappetta is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience at Accenture, holding various roles since his graduation from the University of Illinois.

Currently, Mike serves as the Chief of Staff overseeing Business Operations in the Midwest Market Unit and as the Director of Market Development activities in Chicago, focusing on expanding Accenture's presence in the Chicago market from business development, civic, and community perspectives.

With a background in Technology Consulting spanning 14 years, Mike led projects across diverse industries such as Health & Life Sciences, Financial Services, Communications, High Tech, and Automotive.

Born in Chicago's Northwest suburbs and an alumnus of the University of Illinois, Michael resides in the Northern suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two sons. In his leisure time, he enjoys family activities, travel, golf, cooking, and supporting Chicago sports teams.

Noteworthy achievements in his Chicago Market Development role include the establishment of an Apprentice program, resulting in over 250 partnerships with community colleges and tech-focused non-profits, leading to the hiring of 2,000+ apprentices in 35 markets within Accenture. Mike also played a key role in expanding career opportunities in Chicago by partnering with local companies to create over 1,350 apprentice positions.

Under his leadership, the Chicago client base grew by 20% annually over the past five years, achieving consistent year-on-year growth in client numbers and revenue. Additionally, he fostered civic partnerships with prominent organizations in the Chicago tech landscape, contributing to the development of the local community.

Mike holds a Graduate MBA from the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelor's in Engineering from the same institution. He currently serves as the Director of Chicago Market Development at Accenture, having previously held the position of Senior Manager - Business Consulting.