Former Technologist, Code for America
Abhi Nemani is a writer, speaker, organizer, and technologist.
Most recently, Abhi helped build the national non-profit, Code for America, a technology organization dedicated to reinventing government for the 21st century. Abhi has led CfA’s strategic development, including the development of multiple new initiatives designed for scaling the organization’s impact, including the launch of a first-of-its-kind civic startup accelerator and a collaborative network for hundreds of government innovators. As Co-Executive Director, Abhi led growth and product strategy, and previously as Director of Strategy and Communication, he built the new organization’s brand, led press relations, and managed partnerships.
Prior to CfA, Abhi managed research teams at the Rose Institute of State of Local Government, and with Google, he pioneered an innovative strategy to leverage social media for consumer engagement. He graduated magna cum laude from Claremont McKenna College with a honors degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE).
Abhi’s work has been featured in the New York Times, Government Technology, and Forbes, and he has been featured as a speaker at SxSW, the World Bank, and various universities and conferences around the world.