Chad Elish

Chad Elish is a seasoned professional with substantial experience in corporate strategy, event production, and community leadership. Currently serving as the Manager of Corporate Strategy at Construction Tool Service since December 2022, Chad previously held multiple roles including Event Producer and Co-Founder / Executive Director of HackPittsburgh, where significant revenue growth and community expansion were achieved. As the Chair and Founder of the Nation of Makers board, Chad has developed and managed a network of makerspace leaders. Additionally, Chad has been instrumental in bridging the digital divide through the initiative Makers on a Boat. With a background in IT consulting at Cranston IT, Inc. and experience in mentoring at Apple, Chad holds an Associate in Specialized Technology Degree in Computer and Network Technology from Pittsburgh Technical College.