Ryan Pitts

Ryan Pitts is director of network development at OpenNews, where he helps people develop collaborative, inclusive journalism projects, and connects community members with resources (and each other!) in ways that make local newsrooms more effective and representative. Previously, he was a local reporter and editor before managing news apps and product development at The Spokesman-Review. He is also a board member, developer, and trainer for Census Reporter, a project that makes census data easier for journalists to use. Ryan is based in Spokane, Wash.

Website: ryanpitts.com