I am running for Austin City Council Place 3 – challenging incumbent Jennifer Kim – because we can do better. Like you, I am concerned about the direction Austin is going. And because of my deep love for our city, I am prepared to do something about it.

My background is different from most City officials – in a good way. I have thrived on student politics at the University of Texas, served Governors Richards and Bush by launching AmeriCorps in Texas, worked as a corporate peon, earned a Harvard MBA, founded an Internet startup, run a local community foundation, and been a tireless supporter of all kinds of nonprofit organizations in town, sometimes as a grassroots volunteer and other times as a donor or board member.

Based on that broad range of experience, I bring to this election a unique combination of passion and hands-on experience, and a strong desire to get things done right.  As my longtime friends, colleagues, and clients will tell you:

• I build strong positive relationships that last a lifetime.

• I am approachable, accessible, and accountable.

• I know when to listen and learn, and when to speak-up.

• I bring diverse people together to get results.

Thank you for visiting our website. I invite you to learn more about me and the issues, and to decide if I am the best candidate for Austin City Council Place 3.  I welcome your suggestions, questions, and concerns, so please don't hesitate to send them my way.

You have a lot at stake in this election, so I hope you’ll also consider joining our campaign as a donor and/or volunteer.  Most of all, though, I hope you’ll vote for me on May 10^th (early voting starts April 28).  I will work hard every day to make you proud of your vote.

I’m Randi Shade.  I’m different. Just like Austin.

Randi Shade