WI Tech Month 2025: The Future is Built Here

Milwaukee, Wis. – September 30, 2025 – Wisconsin Tech Month (WTM) returns this October for its fifth year, uniting innovators, entrepreneurs, educators, and community leaders under the theme “The Future is Built Here.” What began as a grassroots movement in Milwaukee has grown into a statewide and now regional phenomenon, cementing Wisconsin’s role as a leader in inclusive tech innovation.

Led by Milky Way Tech Hub and Latinos in Tech, WI Tech Month 2025 will feature Milwaukee Tech Week, Women in Tech Week, Midwest Tech Week, and the highly anticipated Dev Week, all highlighting the transformative power of technology to drive economic development, equity, and community empowerment. This year’s programming is made possible through strong partnerships with Summerfest Tech and Women in Technology (WIT) Wisconsin and many others ensuring that voices from across the ecosystem are engaged in shaping Wisconsin’s tech future.

The celebration begins with the WI Tech Month Kickoff on October 1st, where Tina Chang CEO of Syslogic, Lena DeLaet of Summerfest Tech will share their insights on Milwaukee’s Developing Tech Scene. Common Council President José G. Pérez will share his perspectives on the newly announced Milwaukee Innovation District and its role in shaping the city’s future as a tech-forward hub.

This milestone year also coincides with a major development for Milwaukee: the creation of the city’s first Innovation District. Recently introduced by Common Council President José G. Pérez (File #250660), the resolution designates a portion of the Walker’s Point neighborhood and surrounding areas as a hub where creativity meets strategy — driving sustainable growth through entrepreneurship, research, design, technology development, and collaboration between the public and private sectors.

“Innovation districts focus on facilitating the creation of new ideas across a wide variety of sectors. This resolution is about recognizing that this type of work and momentum already exists in Walker’s Point, while laying the groundwork to replicate this approach in the future,” said President Pérez. “While Walker’s Point has a significant density of tech and tech-enabling businesses, as well as many conditions necessary for the foundation of innovation, we recognize that Milwaukee is home to many great emerging companies and thought leaders. Our belief is that this will just be the beginning.” – Alderman Perez

Over the last five years, WI Tech Month has proven that innovation is not only possible in Wisconsin, it thrives here when community, corporations, and creatives come together,” said Nadiyah Johnson, Founder of WI Tech Month and the Milky Way Tech Hub. “This year’s theme, The Future is Built Here, reflects our collective power to shape the next chapter of tech, grounded in equity and opportunity for all.

Highlights of WI Tech Month 2025

WI Tech Month 2025 – Featured Weeks & Events

Milwaukee Tech Week (October 1–10)

Flagship week featuring city leaders, pitch competitions, and panels on AI, economic development, and Milwaukee’s tech future.

• WI Tech Month Kickoff – Fireside Chat & Perspectives from City Leaders
• WI Tech Month Kick Off Happy Hour

Dev Week (October 12–18)

The ultimate hub for developers, engineers, and creators with coding bootcamps, hackathons, and AI workshops.

Equity in Tech Summit

Hackreation (Hackathon)

Women in Tech Week (October 20–25)

Celebrating and amplifying the voices of women in technology with mentorship circles, leadership panels, and Trailblazers Unplugged.

• Trailblazers Unplugged: Women Leading the Way in Tech

Midwest Tech Week (October 26–31)

Expanding beyond Wisconsin to Detroit and other Midwest cities with cross-state collaborations, startup showcases, and workforce development initiatives.

Get Involved

WTM invites organizations, companies, and individuals to host events, join as partners, or attend the many programs happening across Wisconsin and the Midwest. Together, we are building the future—right here.

For event details and registration, visit witechmonth.com.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.