Polco featured on The FutureList: A global nod to smarter, more inclusive governance

What do you get when civic engagement meets cutting-edge technology?

You get Polco - and the world is starting to notice.

We’re thrilled to share that Polco has been recognized by The FutureList, a leading voice in global tech innovation, as a trailblazing company transforming how governments engage with residents, gather insights, and make better decisions. In their latest Innovation Memo, The FutureList spotlighted Polco as a standout platform redefining data-driven governance—and we couldn’t agree more.

"Polco is making public engagement more inclusive, transparent, and actionable."
- The FutureList

🔍 Why we caught their attention

The FutureList team spoke with our Co-Founder & CEO, Nick Mastronardi, and Director of Customer Success, Garrett Hernandez Rimer, to dig into the magic behind Polco. Here’s what they discovered:

• Community Analytics that reveal resident needs and trends at a glance
• Benchmark Surveys like The National Community Survey (NCS) to track public sentiment
• Budget Simulations that empower residents to model real-life policy tradeoffs
• AI-Powered Tools that turn raw data into real guidance
• Scalable Engagement for communities of every size—from small towns to state agencies

Whether it's budget decisions, grant writing, or strategic planning, Polco puts data and public input at the center of decision-making—where it belongs.

🧠 Our mission: civic smarts + civic heart

Nick said it best in his interview:

“We want to reinvigorate a sense of civic agency, making Polco a safe space where you can have a voice in your government.”

At a time when trust in government is polarized, Polco’s goal is simple and bold: bring residents and leaders together through data, transparency, and actionable dialogue. From our resident-friendly dashboards to our AI-powered assistants like Polly and Grace, we’re helping governments tap into the wisdom of their communities—clearly, quickly, and credibly.

🌍 A global platform with local impact

Today, Polco supports over 1,000 local governments, eight state agencies, and partners in Canada, New Zealand, and the Dominican Republic. From town halls in Tennessee to housing plans in Santa Barbara County, Polco’s tools are already shaping smarter, more responsive governance.

And we’re just getting started.

👏 Thank you, FutureList

It’s an honor to be recognized by a platform that champions bold ideas and breakthrough technologies. Being named to The FutureList affirms that civic innovation is tech innovation—and that the future of government is brighter when it’s more informed, inclusive, and data-driven.

We’re incredibly proud of our team, our partners, and the communities we serve. And we’re excited to keep building the tools that make democracy work better for everyone.

Explore the full Innovation Memo from The FutureList here → The FutureList: Polco Innovation Memo

Want to see how Polco can help your community? Book a demo or reach out—we’d love to hear from you.