Plural: A Game-Changer for Civic Engagement

At Engage, we believe in backing bold visions that create meaningful impact. That’s why we’re excited to support Damola Ogundipe and his team at Plural, a company redefining how we engage with democracy through technology. 

Plural started with a radical goal: to enhance democratic processes by making public policy accessible and understandable to everyone. What began as a platform for tracking legislation has evolved into a powerful tool that incorporates AI-driven insights, advanced data analytics, and collaborative features to empower users to navigate the complexities of policy and legislation. From identifying similar legislation across jurisdictions to enabling smarter decision-making, Plural is already helping enterprises stay ahead of the curve in understanding the risk and compliance impacts of legislation.

As a Nigerian immigrant who came to the U.S. at the age of six, Damola’s passion for civic engagement and global governance shaped his vision for Plural. His background as a healthcare consultant focused on public policy and the flashpoint of the 2014 events in Ferguson, MO, galvanized his mission to democratize access to legislative information and improve civic participation in the U.S.

He started with a simple question: “How can we make legislative information more accessible?” The answer became Plural. Today, the company is tackling the ‘legislative labyrinth’ head-on, providing advocacy organizations with the tools to navigate complex processes and make impactful change.

Damola sees the power dynamics of legislation — from the intricate rules that can stymie bills to the critical work of advocates — and he’s built a company designed to illuminate, simplify, and empower.

Some fun facts about Damola:

– He was a running back on the Minnesota Golden Gophers while in college! 🏈

– He owned and ran a music studio in LA and has platinum plaques for songs that were produced in his studio. 🎶

– During college, he ran a successful sneaker retail company on eBay! 👟

Join us as we support Plural’s mission to transform civic engagement for the better.