E334: Innovating Policy Analysis with AI: The Plural Story

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This episode of SacTown Talks features an engaging conversation with Damola Ogundipe, co-founder and CEO of Plural, a company dedicated to improving the analysis of public policy documents through technology. Damola discusses the inception of Plural, its focus on utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to facilitate the understanding and tracking of legislation and regulations across all 50 U.S. states. The discussion covers Plural's journey from raising venture capital to developing AI-driven features that precede the ChatGPT explosion, highlighting the importance of AI in legislative tracking. Damola details the challenges of catering to different jurisdictions, Plural's emphasis on collaboration in public policy, and the significant impact of early investor and customer support from major organizations. The conversation also explores the future of AI in policy analysis, the strategies behind Plural's growth, the importance of a free version for public access, and Plural's unique data acquisition methods, concluding with Damola's basketball musings.

This Episode was recorded on 4/17/24

SacTown Talks is a podcast about California politics, policy and culture. We feature interviews with California political leaders, and analysis by experts and insiders focusing on the Capitol. Like, share, and subscribe to learn more!

00:00 Welcome to SacTown Talks: Introducing Damola Ogundipe

00:24 The Genesis of Plural: Revolutionizing Legislative Tracking

02:36 The Power of AI in Public Policy Analysis

07:12 Expanding Horizons: Plural's Nationwide Coverage and Challenges

09:06 The Entrepreneurial Journey: From Idea to Innovation

13:24 Building a Diverse and Dynamic Team at Plural

14:52 Looking Ahead: The Future of Plural and Policy Tracking

18:17 The Importance of Accessibility in Public Policy Information

21:44 The Challenge of Creating a Standout Tech Product

24:35 Plural's Unique Approach to Legislative Tracking

27:04 How to Connect with Plural and Final Thoughts

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