Issue Areas:
K-12 Policy
Artificial Intelligence
Education:
University of Texas at Austin – B.A. in Philosophy and Government, 2018 Bill Archer Fellow
Renzo Soto is Deputy Director of Education and Workforce Policy at Texas 2036. His work covers K-12 education and artificial intelligence (AI) policy, with a focus on school finance, assessment and accountability, college and career readiness and the responsible and effective use of technology in education.
At Texas 2036, Renzo works on policies that prepare students for college, careers and a changing economy. His work includes efforts to:
Most recently, Renzo returned to Texas 2036 after serving as Executive Director for Texas and the South for TechNet where he managed industry advocacy for over 100 dynamic American businesses. In this role, he worked to promote the growth of innovation in six states and Puerto Rico through a targeted policy agenda, including artificial intelligence, data privacy and cybersecurity.
Renzo previously served as a Policy Advisor, working on higher education and workforce issues, at Texas 2036. He was also a staff member in the Texas House of Representatives. He began as a Legislative Aide for state Rep. Armando Walle, D-Houston, and after a brief stint as a staffer in the U.S. House of Representatives, he returned to the Texas House to serve as Legislative Director for state Rep. Donna Howard, D-Austin. Renzo covered a variety of issues with a focus on the state budget, education and healthcare.
