2026 Chicago Titan 100 Recipient, Ignite’s President and CEO, Stephanie Piccirilli
Ignite is pleased to announce Stephanie Piccirilli, President and CEO of Ignite, as a 2026 Chicago Titan 100 recipient.
The Titan 100 recognizes Chicago’s Top 100 CEOs and C-level executives; the region’s most accomplished leaders who have not only built extraordinary companies but have redefined what it means to lead. These Titans exemplify excellence through their vision, passion, and integrity, creating lasting impact across industries and communities. Collectively, the 2026 Chicago Titan 100 honorees and their companies generate more than $120 billion in annual revenue and employ over 207,000 individuals across the region and beyond, with more than half exceeding $35 million in annual revenue.
“This year’s Titans represent more than success; they embody resilience, purpose, and transformation,” said Jaime Zawmon, President of Titan CEO. “Being a Titan is not a title; it is a mindset, a way of leading with courage, serving with integrity, and creating something that outlasts you. It is about lifting those around you and leaving a legacy that inspires others to rise. These leaders stand as proof that the future of business is driven by those who turn vision into lasting impact.” Spanning industries from construction, manufacturing, finance, and technology to healthcare, education, and nonprofit leadership, this year’s Titan 100 honorees reflect the full diversity and strength of Chicago’s business community.
Stephanie Piccirilli is a seasoned leader whose dedication to social impact touches every corner of Ignite’s mission and outcomes. In her tenure as CEO, Piccirilli helped develop and lead Ignite’s 5-Year Strategic Plan, culminating in a robust strengthening of organizational capacity, with scaled growth that doubled the organization’s size and scope. With significantly improved outcomes for youth experiencing homelessness and a widening of Ignite’s reach across the city of Chicago, Ignite has gone on to be recognized nationally and as a Chicago Innovation Award winner for its Community Housing program. Piccirilli’s ambitions are high, with the goal of eradicating youth homelessness in Chicago through reformed public policies and expanded access to housing and supportive services that give youth the housing and economic resources they need to thrive. In essence, she hopes to work herself out of a job.
“I’m deeply honored to be recognized alongside such inspiring individuals who not only lead incredible organizations and teams, but who daringly do so with undeniable devotion,” said Stephanie. “This award belongs to the Ignite team and the young people who motivate us to lead with courage, compassion, and accountability.” Stephanie will be honored at the 2026 Chicago Titan 100 Awards on February 19, 2026, at The Geraghty. This event will unite 100 Chicago-area Titans of Industry for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, camaraderie, and connection. It is more than an event; it is a gathering of leaders who elevate one another and redefine excellence.
About Ignite Ignite is Chicago’s leading nonprofit dedicated exclusively to young people, ages 10-26, experiencing homelessness or at the greatest risk of harm. For 50 years, Ignite has provided housing, expansive supportive services, and advocacy; empowering youth to build safe, stable lives and futures. We’ve grown from a grassroots collective into a citywide force for change, advocating for the needs of youth as they navigate some of life’s toughest challenges. This year, Ignite will enroll more than 850 young people across its programs. Join us and “ignite” the next 50 years of impact, community, and unwavering support for youth at the greatest risk of harm. Learn more at www.ignitepromise.org.
Contact: Janessa Baker, Manager of Advancement & Strategic Projects, Ignite jbaker@ignitepromise.org