ReThink Austin is a groundbreaking event designed to prepare communities for the future. By fostering a community united by technology, innovation, and community impact, we aim to break down societal barriers and create a tech future for all.

Join us for our Day in the Life series, where we go behind the scenes with professionals in tech to explore what their day-to-day really looks like. In this session, we’re sitting down with Raquel Breternitz, Senior Designer at Iterable, to learn about her journey, the tools she uses, how she leads her team, and what it takes to thrive in a leadership role in software engineering. Whether you're just starting out or considering your next step in tech, this conversation offers real-world insights and inspiration for anyone curious about the field.

Creativity and technology are no longer separate worlds; they're intersecting in powerful ways that are reshaping how artists, designers, storytellers, and cultural curators grow and scale their work. Join Universal Tech Movement and the SXSW DEI Team for a dynamic edition of Tech Bytes, where we explore how creative professionals can harness tech tools, platforms, and strategies to elevate their careers. The panels feature Maigan Pearson, Cydney Washington-Moore, Steve Bolger, and moderated by UTM's Renata Estes. 📢 Donate Today & Be a Part of the Change! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-autmhq-empower-communities-bridge-the-digital-divide Universal Tech Movement (formerly known as the Austin Urban Technology Movement - AUTMHQ) connects communities to the tech industry through workforce readiness, innovation, and economic advancement. Learn more about the Universal Tech Movement at https://www.joinutm.org and follow @joinutm on all social media platforms.

Universal Tech Movement (formerly AUTMHQ) is excited to announce our July edition of Tech Bytes in collaboration with The New Philanthropists! This networking series connects tech professionals and aspiring individuals in the Austin community. July's edition featured a conversation on the importance of leadership, board service, and representation with Michael Ward Jr (Founder & CEO of Universal Tech Movement) and Paulina Artieda (E.D. of The New Philantropists) 📢 Donate Today & Be a Part of the Change! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-autmhq-empower-communities-bridge-the-digital-divide Universal Tech Movement (formerly known as the Austin Urban Technology Movement - AUTMHQ) connects communities to the tech industry through workforce readiness, innovation, and economic advancement. Learn more about the Universal Tech Movement at https://www.joinutm.org and follow @joinutm on all social media platforms.

Join us for the next edition of HORIZONS as we talk with Michael Brown II. Michael is an Account Executive at Techvera, where he blends sales strategy, smart tech solutions, and data-driven decision-making to drive client success. In this session, he’ll share how he broke into tech sales, what keeps him thriving in the field, and how his MBA in Business Analytics fuels his approach to innovation and relationship-building in the tech industry.

🎉 BIG NEWS 🎉 We’ve got a new name: Universal Tech Movement 🚀✨ Formerly known as Austin Urban Technology Movement, we’re leveling up to reflect our nationwide (and global!) mission to connect all communities to tech through workforce readiness, innovation, and economic advancement. 🌍💻💼 What’s not changing? ✅ Our commitment to our community✅ Our passion for building pathways into tech✅ Our partnership with YOU Same mission. Bigger movement. 💙 Let’s build the future—together. 💻 Explore our brand new website at www.joinutm.org🔗 And follow us @universaltechmovement #UniversalTechMovement #TechForAll #UTM

Join us Wednesday, June 25 at 12PM CST for an inspiring Horizons session with Alexandria Brown, Business Analyst at Cisco Systems, where she's transforming supply chain management and building her leadership journey in the tech industry! 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5282319099494400

Join us for our Day in the Life series, where we go behind the scenes with professionals in tech to explore what their day-to-day really looks like. In this session, we’re sitting down with Rachel Frock, Software Engineering Director at FindHelp, to learn about her journey, the tools she uses, how she leads her team, and what it takes to thrive in a leadership role in software engineering. Whether you're just starting out or considering your next step in tech, this conversation offers real-world insights and inspiration for anyone curious about the field. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5282319099494400