About CATC
Unite the community to open career pathways that inspire, advance, and grow a diverse technology talent pipeline.
Charlotte Area Technology Collaborative (CATC) brings together businesses, education, government and organizations to promote and grow the development of a diverse and skilled technology pipeline. The Collaborative provides learning and growth opportunities for future and current technology professionals, promoting innovation and entrepreneurism, advancing the technology profession and fostering economic development.
The Collaborative is Charlotte’s hub for the technology community and a clearinghouse for meaningful and needed technology education and activities in the Charlotte Region. The organization is governed by area executive leaders who meet throughout the year to oversee the financial and operational aspects of the business.
Our Mission
Unite and empower the community to grow an inclusive technology talent pipeline.
Our Vision
The Charlotte Region as a diverse, inclusive technology talent ecosystem.
Inspire
Inspire students and adults to pursue a technology career path.
Focus: All potential technology professionals of all age ranges.
Advance
Advance individual technology growth through a community of educational resources and professional collaborations.
Focus: Technology Professionals.
Connect
Connect the technology community to strengthen and accelerate collaboration.
Focus: The Technology Community.