Jennifer Pahlka

Jennifer Pahlka is an American civic technologist and author known for advancing the use of modern technology in government. She founded Code for America, a nonprofit that partners with public agencies to improve digital services and strengthen civic innovation. Pahlka later served in the Obama administration as U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer, working to bring startup-style practices and user-centered design to federal programs. She has written about how governments can deliver simpler, more effective services by adopting agile methods, improving procurement, and focusing on the needs of residents. Through her leadership and writing, she has helped shape the field of civic tech in the United States.