Trending...
- Southern Soul Artist Moe Z Releases New Single 'Set It Out' Distributed by Morris Day Entertainment
- Cal State LA secures funding for two artificial intelligence projects from CSU
- Skool Alternatives Reddit: Skool vs Circle vs Whop - Did you join one yet?
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 19, 2021
Media Contact:
Rachel Davis, Communications Director & Press Secretary, Office of Mayor Sam Liccardo
408.712.9149, rachel.davis@sanjoseca.gov
SAN JOSÉ, CA - Today, Mayor Sam Liccardo announced Clay Garner as the new Chief Innovation Officer and Director of the Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation (MOTI) for the City of San Jose. Clay first joined the MOTI team in 2019 after having worked at Google and has since launched a variety of initiatives and programs aimed at closing the digital divide in San José.
"Clay has a deep commitment to public service and his leadership will carry our digital initiatives to new lengths," said Mayor Liccardo. "Clay believes that innovation should be inclusive and equitable, and his service to San José continues to initiate positive impact on the community through tech."
During his tenure with MOTI, Clay helped launch several initiatives benefiting residents through tech, including:
During the onset of the pandemic, Clay also assisted with the launch of Silicon Valley Strong - an online hub for resident resources and volunteer and mutual aid opportunities.
More on The Californer
"The pandemic has underscored the vital role of the City in serving our most marginalized communities, and I will work tirelessly to improve digital access and opportunity for all San Joséans," said Clay Garner, Chief Innovation Officer, MOTI. "In the urban heart of Silicon Valley, we can't afford to leave anyone unconnected."
Clay holds a Master of Global Affairs from Tsinghua University in China, where he was a Schwarzman Scholar and recipient of the 2018 Outstanding Master's Thesis Award, and a B.A. with Honors and Distinction from Stanford University. Beyond his work with the City of San José, he consulted on mobile health projects for the United Nations Population Fund. His portfolio includes projects in digital services, transportation, public safety, privacy and transparency, digital inclusion, and emerging technologies.
In his personal life, Clay was once described as a Chinese pop singer-songwriter and is an avid learner of languages, fluent in both Spanish and Mandarin Chinese as well as conversational Indonesian.
The Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation focuses on building a safe, inclusive, user-friendly, and sustainable San José. More information about the team's work can be found at www.motisanjose.org
More on The Californer
###
About the City of San José
With more than one million residents, San José comprises the 10th largest city in the United States, and one of its most diverse cities. San José's transformation into a global innovation center in the heart of Silicon Valley has resulted in the world's greatest concentration of technology talent and development.
January 19, 2021
Media Contact:
Rachel Davis, Communications Director & Press Secretary, Office of Mayor Sam Liccardo
408.712.9149, rachel.davis@sanjoseca.gov
SAN JOSÉ, CA - Today, Mayor Sam Liccardo announced Clay Garner as the new Chief Innovation Officer and Director of the Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation (MOTI) for the City of San Jose. Clay first joined the MOTI team in 2019 after having worked at Google and has since launched a variety of initiatives and programs aimed at closing the digital divide in San José.
"Clay has a deep commitment to public service and his leadership will carry our digital initiatives to new lengths," said Mayor Liccardo. "Clay believes that innovation should be inclusive and equitable, and his service to San José continues to initiate positive impact on the community through tech."
During his tenure with MOTI, Clay helped launch several initiatives benefiting residents through tech, including:
- The first citywide Digital Privacy Policy,
- Working to close the digital divide in San Jose by digitally connecting over 300,000 residents by the end of 2022,
- Created an online mental health platform, OneSJ.org,
- Through collaboration with Revivn, developed a device refurbishment program to bridge the device gap for low-income families,
- Deployed 15,800 wifi hotspots with AT&T to San Joséans,
- Co-founded the San José Data Equity program, in partnership with the Knight Foundation; and
- Launched the Helium pilot program, a first-of-its-kind cryptocurrency mining initiative with proceeds that fund the purchase of low-cost internet programs for low-income households.
During the onset of the pandemic, Clay also assisted with the launch of Silicon Valley Strong - an online hub for resident resources and volunteer and mutual aid opportunities.
More on The Californer
- Yvette Kendall Secures $6 Million Deal with The Sessions Studios for Horror Thriller, "NORTH"
- Buy The Crave Launches Premium Creatine and Natural Wellness Supplements for Modern Lifestyles
- Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine's Homeland Cultural Center Presents DanceFest at Cesar Chavez Park Amphitheater on August 16
- Sisu, a Portrait of Grit, Connection and Triumph, Premieres on Documentary Showcase
- New Liz Taylor Book Coming Soon: Chasing Elizabeth Taylor
"The pandemic has underscored the vital role of the City in serving our most marginalized communities, and I will work tirelessly to improve digital access and opportunity for all San Joséans," said Clay Garner, Chief Innovation Officer, MOTI. "In the urban heart of Silicon Valley, we can't afford to leave anyone unconnected."
Clay holds a Master of Global Affairs from Tsinghua University in China, where he was a Schwarzman Scholar and recipient of the 2018 Outstanding Master's Thesis Award, and a B.A. with Honors and Distinction from Stanford University. Beyond his work with the City of San José, he consulted on mobile health projects for the United Nations Population Fund. His portfolio includes projects in digital services, transportation, public safety, privacy and transparency, digital inclusion, and emerging technologies.
In his personal life, Clay was once described as a Chinese pop singer-songwriter and is an avid learner of languages, fluent in both Spanish and Mandarin Chinese as well as conversational Indonesian.
The Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation focuses on building a safe, inclusive, user-friendly, and sustainable San José. More information about the team's work can be found at www.motisanjose.org
More on The Californer
- City of Long Beach Experienced a 4% Decrease in Fireworks-Related Reports on July 4
- The Blue Luna Encourages Local Schools to Take Steps to Enhance Safety for Students and Staff
- Wise Business Plans Launches Turnkey Startup Packages to Help Entrepreneurs Start and Scale
- CarSeek Re-Launch: A New Look, A Better Experience for Car Buyers
- California: Governor Newsom provides $11 million to organizations helping underserved job seekers find training and employment
###
About the City of San José
With more than one million residents, San José comprises the 10th largest city in the United States, and one of its most diverse cities. San José's transformation into a global innovation center in the heart of Silicon Valley has resulted in the world's greatest concentration of technology talent and development.
0 Comments
Latest on The Californer
- First Partner highlights apprenticeship program helping underrepresented youth break into careers in California's iconic entertainment industry
- Stuck Doing Math or Figuring Out Life's Numbers? Calculator.now Makes It Stupidly Simple
- Cal State LA secures funding for two artificial intelligence projects from CSU
- Colbert Packaging Announces WBENC Recognition
- New Mobile Car Detailing Platform Connects Drivers with On-Demand Local Pros
- Over the past three months, California seized $476 million worth of unlicensed cannabis products
- California scores more clean energy records: 9 in 10 days this year partially powered by 100% clean energy
- "Mobile Suit Gundam" Takes Over San Diego Comic-Con 2025
- DivX Empowers Media Enthusiasts with Free Expert Guides for Advanced MP4 Management
- Assent Expands Executive Team to Accelerate Global Growth & Innovation
- The World's Largest Green Economic Revolution Emerges as Nature, Tech, and Finance Converge
- Hamilton Zanze Sponsors the Acquisition of Two Garden-Style Communities in Reno Area
- Meet a Scientologist Captures Greece's Timeless Beauty with Videographer Lambros Malamas
- Vinnetwork Unveils Decentralized AI Platform with Vinnetwork(VIN) Token to Challenge Tech Giants' Data Monopoly
- Moovs Launches Advanced Contact Center Solution for Large-Scale Transportation Operations
- Centennial Flyers to Become Colorado's First Launch Customer for All-Electric B23 Energic Aircraft
- Second Annual Artists' Rights Advocate Award to Be Presented at The Comedy Store on July 17th
- Pyro Marketing Opens New Digital Marketing Company in Saint Petersburg to Power Growth for Fitness and Ecommerce Brands
- Dr. John Salerno of Salerno Wellness Introduces Their New Full Body Capsule for Advanced LED Light Therapy Patient Treatments
- Ship Overseas Inc. Expands Specialized Shipping Services