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Austin, Texas

Steven Apodaca

I drive change in complex organizations while helping communities bridge technology gaps and build digital equity.

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Leadership Roles

Change Management Practitioner at Apple

Driving organizational change initiatives and supporting large-scale transformation efforts in one of the world's most complex organizations.

Chair, City of Austin Technology Commission

Advising the Austin City Council on community technology, telecommunications, and digital equity. Overseeing the Grant for Technology Opportunity fund and leading efforts to bridge the digital divide through broadband access and digital inclusion initiatives.

Board of Directors, AustinFree.net

Supporting the mission to provide free, high-speed internet access and digital literacy training to underserved communities in Austin.

Speaking & Panels

  • Responsible AI in Local Government

    How municipalities can implement AI responsibly with proper oversight, transparency, and community input.

  • Digital Equity as Infrastructure Policy

    Why digital access is critical infrastructure and how communities can work toward equitable technology access.

  • Civic Technology Governance & Accountability

    Building accountability frameworks and governance structures for technology in the public sector.

  • Leading Change in High-Impact Institutions

    Strategies for driving organizational transformation in large, complex institutions.

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