Megan McCann

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    American Staffing Association

    The American Staffing Association (ASA) is the voice of the U.S. staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. ASA and its state affiliates advance the interests of the industry across all sectors through advocacy, research, education, and the promotion of high standards of legal, ethical, and professional practices.

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    Chicago Innovation

    Chicago Innovation celebrates innovation in the Chicago region, educates people and organizations about the principles of innovation, and forges relationships that strengthen companies, grow the economy, and create jobs.

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    Chicago Tech Academy

    The Chicago Tech Academy High School is furthering a vision of a brighter future for the next generation. They're dedicated to educating, empowering, and connecting a diverse next generation of entrepreneurial thinkers to discover their passions, succeed in college, and thrive in a digital world.

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    i.c.stars |* Chicago

    Recognizing the importance of technology training in the contemporary job market, i.c.stars is dedicated to assisting young adults in the Chicagoland area through practical training and job placement services.

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Honors & Awards

  • Top 50 DE&I Influencer

    Staffing Industry Analysts

    The DE&I Influencers list recognizes professionals, executives and leaders the industry and provides a platform to celebrate many of the talented experts who are addressing the need for workplaces to be more equitable and inclusive.

  • Young Women's Leadership Society Ambassador of the Year

    ChiTech Academy

  • Illinois Technology Association - cityLIGHTS Industry Champion Finalist

    Illinois Technology Association

  • Chicago Business Journal - Bizwomen Headliner in Technology

    Chicago Business Journal

    Recognized for career accomplishments and tech community contributions in Chicago.

  • Midwest Women in Tech Awards - Finalist, Social Impact and Women Tech Founders Categories

    Women Tech Founders

    Social Impact and Women Tech Founders Categories
    November 2018

    Talent Development Category
    November 2017

  • Women of Influence 2018

    Chicago Business Journal

    Named one of Chicago’s 37 "Women of Influence" by Chicago Business Journal.

  • Enterprising Woman of the Year 2018

    Enterprising Women Magazine

    The Enterprising Women of the Year Awards is widely considered one of the most prestigious recognition programs for women business owners. To win, nominees must demonstrate that they have fast-growth businesses, mentor or actively support other women and girls involved in entrepreneurship, and stand out as leaders in their communities. Many of the honorees also serve as leaders of the key organizations that support the growth of women’s entrepreneurship.

  • ATHENA Chicagoland Organizational Leadership Award

    ATHENA International

    The co-founders of ARA, myself, Leslie Vickrey and Jane Gilligan Hamner, were awarded the 2017 Chicagoland ATHENA Leadership Award for our dedication to actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership.

  • ChicagoInno 50 on Fire 2017 - Finalist

    ChicagoInno

    ChicagoInno 50 on Fire is an annual list that celebrates the individuals and organizations heating up Chicago across a variety of industries.

  • Top 100 Chicago Innovators

    Chicago Tribune Blue Sky Innovation

    In July 2015, the ARA co-founders were added to the Chicago Tribune’s BlueSky Innovation Vault, a collection of biographies of Chicago’s tech and innovation leaders.

  • Techweek100

    Techweek

    Along with my ARA co-founders, I was named to the Techweek100, a list of leaders who have made a significant impact on the technology and innovation ecosystem in which they operate.

Organizations

  • American Staffing Association

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    - Present

    The American Staffing Association is the voice of the U.S. staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. ASA and its state affiliates advance the interests of the industry across all sectors through advocacy, research, education, and the promotion of high standards of legal, ethical, and professional practices.

  • CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion

    Member

    - Present

    CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ is the largest CEO-driven business commitment to advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

  • TechServe Alliance

    Member

    - Present

    TechServe Alliance is the premier organization dedicated to advancing the IT & engineering staffing and solutions industry and driving the success of its members and clients.

  • Lumity

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    Lumity is a nonprofit organization that provides access to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) career readiness and connects nonprofits to vital resources.

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