About Us

The Illinois Science & Technology Coalition (ISTC) is a member-driven non-profit​, nonpartisan organization that cultivates technology-based economic development throughout Illinois.​

Authorized by state statute in 1989 as Illinois’ technology adviser, we serve as a convener, catalyst, and champion for Illinois’ research, science, and technology communities. By providing our members and partners with a shared voice, the ISTC delivers measurable economic impact and positions Illinois as a national innovation leader.

Our mission is to measure, connect, and enrich the Illinois innovation economy.

The Illinois Science & Technology Institute (ISTI), our 501c3-affiliate,  focuses on Science, Technology, Education and Mathematics (STEM) education, connecting companies with classrooms to better prepare the next generation of problem solvers.

ISTC members represent leaders in the state’s innovation ecosystem and include major Illinois research universities, federal labs, Fortune 500 corporations, and civic organizations.

The ISTC team is located in the Civic Opera Building in downtown Chicago.

In 2024, ISTC celebrated its 35th Anniversary. To learn more about our history, please read the celebration booklets including the  CEO interviews commemorating the decades of impact ISTC has had for Illinois’ Innovation Economy.

ISTC Annual Reports



2023 Annual Report

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2022 Annual Report

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2021 Annual Report

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2020 Annual Report

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2019 Annual Report

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2018 Annual Report

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2017 Annual Report

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2016 Annual Report

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