Nehemiah Pitts III is a dedicated advocate for expanding opportunities in underserved communities and building capacity for all. As Senior Director of Public Affairs & Strategic Partnerships at the Austin Urban Technology Movement (AUTMHQ), he leads efforts to bridge the Digital Divide by championing collaborative digital inclusion, workforce, and economic development initiatives - equipping individuals and institutions with vital knowledge, dismantling barriers to information, and strengthening systems that foster success in today’s digital economy.

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A proud Central Texas native, Nehemiah’s passion for creating opportunities is inspired by his family’s legacy. Three of his grandparents attended the historic Deaf, Dumb, and Blind Institute for Colored Youth in Austin, Texas. With a heritage that includes U.S. military service, African-chattel slave ancestry, and Indigenous roots, he draws on this resilience to drive change and empower others.

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With over 20 years of experience in technology, strategic consulting, and community engagement, Nehemiah has secured funding for critical programs, built innovative public-private partnerships, and expanded access to workforce training and digital tools. As Chairman of Austin’s Community Technology & Telecommunications Commission, he helped the region earn national recognition from NATOA and NDIA for advancing digital inclusion.

Beyond his work for us, Nehemiah is the Founder of Shining Light Consulting, an AUTMHQ strategic partner.   He is a proud single father to a college-bound daughter, a caregiver to an aging mother, and a community leader committed to shaping a future of shared success through opportunity.