Emma Garcia

Emma Garcia Purvis is the Executive Director of Workforce Innovation & Smart City Engagement at Zpryme in Austin, TX. Her passion lies in advocating for a world of work built on principles of empathy and equity, fostering inclusive cultures where individuals can bring their whole selves to the table and excel. Emma champions workforce development and innovation through the lens of her deep commitment to trust, honest communication, psychological safety, and accountability. She is a board member of Solar Austin and a self-professed GenAI geek. Emma leads outreach and engagement efforts to create a robust community in support of smart city workforce development and sustainability initiatives. Her mission is to help organizations foster and promote a world of work that is equitable, prosperous, and sustainable for all.