getwitit.org

What getwitit.org does

getWITit is a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2016 with the mission of increasing the representation of women in technology careers. The organization addresses what it describes as a stagnant 28% female share of the U.S. computing workforce and 18% share of tech executive roles by operating a hub-and-spoke community model anchored by seven regional chapters across the Midwest and Northeast (Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Detroit, Indianapolis, New York, and Pittsburgh) and a flagship annual conference called WITCON. Core programs include the Catalyst Leadership Program, mentorship, scholarships, and free community membership, with the explicit value proposition of "No Membership Cost — Inclusive — Nonprofit." The organization is volunteer-led, with no proprietary technology stack; it relies on third-party platforms including Eventbrite for event registration, Square for donations, payments, and merchandise sales, and Constant Contact for email marketing. The website is built and maintained by Jibu Labs as a credited partner.

Revenue is generated through four streams: corporate sponsorships (the largest disclosed stream, anchored by Carnegie Mellon University, Sheetz, Highmark Health, and EQT), event registrations for WITCON and chapter events, merchandise sales through a branded store, and tax-deductible donations collected via Square at both the national and chapter level. The go-to-market motion is community-led, with growth driven by volunteer engagement, chapter leadership, and word-of-mouth within the technology community rather than paid acquisition. In 2026 the organization is marking its 10-year anniversary with a dedicated gala and a published sponsorship packet, representing its most formal fundraising push to date.

Name

getwitit.org

Legal name

getWITit

Website

https://getwitit.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

getWITit is a U.S. nonprofit that supports women in technology through seven regional chapters, an annual WITCON conference, the Catalyst Leadership Program, mentorship, and scholarships, funded by corporate sponsorships, donations, events, and merchandise.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Community Services

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

After-School, Tutoring & Academic Enrichment Nonprofits (BPAGADAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Communication, Collaboration & Conflict Resolution Skills (EDAMAIAF)

Keywords

• Women in technology
• Nonprofit community programs
• Professional mentorship services
• Leadership development programs
• Tech industry networking

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships from organizations seeking to support women in technology, gain brand visibility, and connect with diverse talent pools. Includes annual sponsorships, community event sponsorships, WITCON sponsorships, and gala sponsorships.
2. Event Registrations: Revenue from ticket sales for annual conferences including WITCON and regional chapter events.
3. Merchandise Sales: Sale of branded clothing and accessories through the organization's merchandise store to support women in tech and fund programs.
4. Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations supporting the mission to increase women in technology careers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

getWITit is a non-profit organization operating community programs, mentorship, leadership development, and an annual conference (WITCON) aimed at increasing the representation of women in technology careers. Core offerings include seven local city chapters hosting regional events, the Catalyst Leadership Program for women advancing in tech, mentorship programs, scholarships, and a merchandise store that funds operations. Membership in the community is free.

Product overview

getwitit.org is a non-profit organization with the specific mission of addressing the declining number of women in the information systems and computing industries. The organization operates as a unified community platform consisting of seven city chapters (Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Detroit, Indianapolis, New York, Pittsburgh), a flagship annual conference (WITCON), and the Catalyst Leadership Program. The core offerings include mentorship programs, scholarships, and community membership that work together to promote awareness, address attrition, create opportunities to transition to tech, and preparation for leadership. The organization provides new technology content while promoting empowerment and the inclusion of women in technology through annual chapter conferences, local events, and structured activities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WITCON: The flagship annual conference bringing together leaders, innovators, and women in technology from across the industry.
• Catalyst Leadership Program

Products and services

• WITCON Flagship annual conference that brings together leaders, innovators, and women in technology from across the industry, providing new technology content while promoting empowerment and inclusion. Open to community members and broader attendees via ticketed registration.
• Catalyst Leadership Program A leadership development program designed to help women advance in technology careers through structured training and mentorship. Targeted at women seeking to prepare for leadership roles in technology.
• Chapter Programs Local city chapters (Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Detroit, Indianapolis, New York, Pittsburgh) that host events, share ideas, and create support systems through regional activities to ignite new relationships among women in technology.
• Mentorship Programs

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered notable and minor.

• Carnegie Mellon UniversitynotableGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 September 2023CMU sponsored getWITit to connect with the talented community of professionals who are shaping the future of technology and innovation.
• Sheetz, Inc.notableGTM or Marketing PartnerSheetz values technology and the women that contribute to its success, sponsoring getWITit to support women in technology careers.
• Highmark HealthnotableGTM or Marketing PartnerHighmark Health sponsors getWITit as part of their commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to their full potential.
• EQTnotableGTM or Marketing PartnerEQT is committed to increasing the representation of women in technology and sponsors getWITit to support this mission.
• Jibu LabsminorOthersJibu Labs built and maintains the getWITit website as noted in the footer credit.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Women Who Code: Women Who Code is a global nonprofit with local city networks supporting women in technical careers through events, mentorship, and study groups. Closely parallels getWITit's chapter-based model, free membership, and event-driven programming.
• Black Girls CODE: Black Girls CODE provides education, workshops, and programs to increase representation of women of color in tech. Comparable nonprofit structure with programs, chapters/events, and corporate sponsorship.
• Women in Technology International (WITI): WITI is a long-running women-in-tech organization with professional networks, summits, and mentorship programs. Comparable as a women-in-tech professional community and corporate partner-driven nonprofit.
• Rewriting the Code: Rewriting the Code is a nonprofit supporting women in tech through mentorship, fellowships, and career programming. Comparable as a nonprofit with structured programs (similar to Catalyst Leadership) and corporate partnerships.
• Girls Who Code: Girls Who Code runs programs and clubs to close the gender gap in technology and is funded by corporate sponsors. Comparable to getWITit as a mission-aligned women-in-tech nonprofit reliant on corporate sponsorship and community programs.
• Lesbians Who Tech & Allies: Lesbians Who Tech is a nonprofit community running summits, mentorship, and leadership programs for women and allies in technology. Directly comparable as a community- and event-driven women-in-tech nonprofit with corporate sponsorship.
• National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT): NCWIT is the cited source for getWITit's 28% workforce statistic and runs workforce-development programs to increase women's participation in computing. Comparable as a nonprofit advancing women in computing via research, programs, and corporate alliances.
• AnitaB.org: AnitaB.org is the most established women-in-tech nonprofit, operating programs, events (Grace Hopper Celebration), and leadership initiatives globally. Directly comparable to getWITit as a nonprofit driving women into and through technology careers via programs, sponsorships, and community.

Emerging players

• TechWomen: TechWomen (an Initiative for the Next Generation of Women in Tech) runs mentorship and exchange programs for women in STEM. Comparable as a women-in-tech nonprofit with structured mentorship programming, though with a more international focus.
• Afrotech: Afrotech (part of Blavity) hosts a major annual conference and community for Black tech professionals. Comparable as a community- and event-driven platform supporting underrepresented talent in tech, with corporate sponsorship.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/getwititorg
• Facebookfacebook.com/getWITitorg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/columbus-women-in-technology

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