Brian Purchia

Dad x 2! @RiffCityStrat CEO. @CivicMakers Co-Founder. Former @GavinNewsom Spox, @VOA_News reporter. @ProtectRDfnders

[daeveningglow @InlandCaGuy]

This cinches it - I'm going to vote for him. Steyer and Becerra can't talk this long on any issue without blaming Trump or corporations or raising a dubious solution. He has real experience in CA, with CA problems. Not perfect on policy and isn't going to win but it's a primary

[Jess Montejano @JessMontejano]

A @lawindsor banger in the @AlaskaCurrent.

MAGA's "War on Woke" in one image:

GOP state treasurers on a glacier cruise that was sponsored by a vendor toasting "fiduciary duty" & fossil fuels. Then $80M in state contracts went to the sponsor's network.

https://t.co/NPMh3uKCfk

[Jess Montejano @JessMontejano]

The @SF_DDC has been delivering visible progress + setting the foundation for lasting transformation downtown.

Thx to our partners @OpenAI @Google @amazon @Visa @Ripple @RonConway + more for their early vision & support!

[San Francisco Downtown Development Corporation @SF_DDC]

Big milestone for downtown SF: $60M+ committed to accelerate safety, cleanliness, and activity in the heart of the city.

Thanks to our early partners @Google, @Ripple, @thomabravo, @amazon & @OpenAI. We’re just getting started.

Watch & read more @CNBC: https://t.co/U8MCO3aDvg

[San Francisco Downtown Development Corporation @SF_DDC]

Hey X/Twitter – we’re the San Francisco Downtown Development Corporation (DDC) 👋

We’re working with civic, business, labor, & community partners to revitalize, reimagine, & build a 24/7 downtown that works for everyone.

[Brian Purchia @brianpurchia]

@marcidale @CityofSanJose @MattMahanSJ Well said, Marci! Love the efforts with the GovAI coalition to help scale what works & learn.

[Brian Purchia @brianpurchia]

"San Jose is the founding member of the GovAI Coalition, which includes 100s of govts across the US that share information about AI-related projects, safeguards and rules, and procurements...It’s also rolling out an AI upskilling course for city workers."

[Mayor Matt Mahan @MattMahanSJ]

.@Bloomberg said it best — San José is already the economic hub for AI and tech. Now, we’re using AI to make City Hall work smarter for residents — from red light cameras to graffiti and pothole detection, to optimizing bus routes and beyond. Read here: https://t.co/6xStsElQu9

[Riff City Strategies @riffcitystrat]

A new study found @WayToWinAF’s pro-immigrant, freedom-focused ads outperformed border security-focused ads, boosting voter trust in Democrats & driving higher turnout for down-ballot races.

Read more from @Rafael_Bernal_via @thehill: https://t.co/6OZKrg57SE

[Riff City Strategies @riffcitystrat]

A warm welcome to Riff’s new Vice President, @pwd4! His background in tech, academia, & politics will be an asset as we help to create meaningful brands & movements ⭐

#Welcome #TeamGrowth #ImpactPR #Leadership

[Riff City Strategies @riffcitystrat]

📣Riff is growing! Today, we welcome @aonyam from L.A. as our newest manager. W/ her invaluable experience as former press secretary to Congresswoman (now Mayor) Karen Bass, Aonya brings new energy & ideas for our partners. Together, we’re building brands & movements that matter!

[Riff City Strategies @riffcitystrat]

From Fort Hood to Capitol Hill, @ProtectRDfnders honors Vanessa Guillen by advocating for meaningful military reforms. These changes aim to take sexual harassment cases out of commanders' hands & encourage reporting of assaults. Read more @TPRNews: https://t.co/kToAJuQ9aB

[CivStart @CivStart]

🌟 Join us as we announce the @LeagueofCities as a founding partner in the @CivStart Innovation Hub. Hear from leaders and network with fellow innovators. RSVP now at https://t.co/Lix25jx3uq!

#GovTech #PublicSector

[Mark Farrell @MarkFarrellSF]

16 new homes so far this year isn't going to cut it.

We need more affordable & middle-income homes for families to make San Francisco a more affordable + welcoming place.

Read more about my bold housing platform to help do so: https://t.co/7k7HL4vrhW

https://t.co/fSp3KVjQ9U

[Riff City Strategies @riffcitystrat]

BIPOC-led climate groups are getting a funding boost! Learn how @donorsofcolor's Climate Funders Justice Pledge, which challenges funders to give 30% of climate funding to BIPOC-led orgs, secured $135M in commitments & launched a research fellowship w/ @HBCUGreenFund.

[panama bartholomy @panamaredhat]

For 6 years people have told me to "Make Heat Pumps Sexy". I told them "Highly efficient, pollution free heating and cooling is sexy enough!" But they didn't stop. So here is your sexy heat pumps. #imyourheatpump https://t.co/Q8Kex0ZO3q

[Riff City Strategies @riffcitystrat]

We're hiring! The Riff City Strategies team is looking for a Vice President to join our leadership team & a Manager who is an exceptional writer & is excited about client services. Both roles are fully remote with a preference in the West Coast (ideally in the Bay). Apply below!

[CivStart @CivStart]

Calling all entrepreneurs! @CivStart and local governments are seeking innovative solutions in ecosystem-building, workforce development, and data for decision-making. Don't miss the pitchfest on April 30 in Kansas City, Mo. #GovTech #StartupChallenge
https://t.co/cfjMgOylEk

[Riff City Strategies @riffcitystrat]

Kicking off the week on a high note! Today @MyriadVC launches its inaugural fund w/ $100M in initial capital commitments from anchor investor @xerox & others. Read more about how Myriad is leading the next chapter in AI, clean tech & B2B software. https://t.co/Z5QX3XQaEk

[Ronald Brownstein @RonBrownstein]

An extensive new analysis from @WayToWinAF & @anatosaurus argues that Democrats are asking voters the wrong question about the economy. An exclusive preview of their findings here. https://t.co/O1IqGozY6F