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November 19, 2025
Roundtable’s 2025 Public Sector AI Summit
Roundtable convened over 30 government leaders from 13 states for candid conversations on the opportunities and challenges of government AI implementations.
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April 24, 2026

Roundtable’s commitment to accessibility: Building technology that works for everyone

We're proud to announce that we are WCAG 2.2 Level A and AA compliant, because technology built for public servants must serve all public servants.

March 11, 2026

"Free" listservs are costing agencies millions

Should your agency ditch the listserv?

March 9, 2026

3 Takeaways from Our 2026 PIT Count Practitioner Debrief

Read the insights from our gathering of elections leaders from across the country.

March 3, 2026

States need technology to navigate federal policy whiplash

In the United States, the rubber meets the road at the state level. Federal policy may set direction, but it's state governments that turn rules into real services.

February 23, 2026

In the news: Fast Company covers Roundtable's case for embedded AI for government

Fast Company published Roundtable Cofounder and CEO Madeleine Smith’s take on the power of embedded AI for government.

February 19, 2026

In the News: VentureFizz Podcast interviews Civic Roundtable Cofounder and CEO Madeleine Smith

The episode dives into building a government technology company from the ground up.

February 17, 2026

Spotlight on Service: Driving community engagement for elections with Jake Friedman

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

February 5, 2026

Civic Roundtable announces its first VP of Sales

We’re excited to share that Kraig Gardner has joined Civic Roundtable as our first VP of Sales.

February 4, 2026

In the news: Government Technology Insider on AI built for public servants

Government Technology Insider features Roundtable Cofounder and CEO Madeleine Smith's views on how AI can be of service to public servants.

January 30, 2026

Civic Roundtable featured in Tech:NYC’s 5 GovTech founders helping cities work better

This week Tech:NYC named Civic Roundtable among 5 GovTech founders helping cities work better.

January 29, 2026

In the news: Route Fifty reports on Civic Roundtable’s support for Georgia’s statewide accessibility initiative

Read why Georgia’s IT agency selected Roundtable to streamline web accessibility work.

January 28, 2026

Spotlight on Service: Leading AI implementation in Vermont with Miles Latham

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

January 26, 2026

Takeaways from 30+ state leaders at our Third Annual State Election Roundtable

Read the insights from our gathering of elections leaders from across the country.

January 22, 2026

The Top 10 features Roundtable shipped in 2025

Read our quick highlight reel of our 10 favorite features we built last year.

January 9, 2026

Coordination that works: Lessons from our government operations Roundtable

Read about our candid convening of public servants and partners to trade notes on their experiences, challenges, and solutions.

December 22, 2025

A look back on 2025 — a year of growth

We doubled our partners, launched new capabilities, and launched projects in the 3 largest states

December 11, 2025

In the news: StateScoop reports on the Georgia Technology Authority's partnership with Civic Roundtable to support agencies statewide

Read why Georgia’s IT agency selected Roundtable to streamline web accessibility work.

December 3, 2025

Reinventing the government operations tech stack

Why technology built for private companies fails America's public servants, and how to fix it.

November 11, 2025

Civic Roundtable announces deployment with the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs

Roundtable’s first statewide deployment in Colorado supports those supporting the state’s veterans.

November 10, 2025

Inside how thousands of public servants use AI every day

Learn how public servants are actually using AI following Roundtable’s launch of AI Answers.

November 3, 2025

In the news: Fast Company — Why traditional CRMs fail government agencies

Roundtable Co-Founder and CEO Madeleine Smith shares in Fast Company what a CRM built for government should do.

November 3, 2025

Lessons on coordination in public health from our Roundtable conversation

Read how public health practitioners are tackling organizational siloes to advance programs and improve operations.

October 21, 2025

Scattered, siloed information costs state government workers 10 hours a week

Roundtable could save a 1,000-person state agency over $6.5 million annually by cutting knowledge retrieval time.

October 16, 2025

Lessons from our Roundtable on Building Responsive Systems

Hear from leaders advancing innovative models that bridge human services, behavioral health, and public safety.

October 10, 2025

What's new in Roundtable: October 2025

We're excited to share the latest and greatest product updates!

September 22, 2025

Roundtable’s speedy deployment model

Learn how Roundtable deploys quickly — in days or weeks — by deeply understanding government operations.

September 16, 2025

3 Takeaways from the National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs Annual Training

Read lessons from a gathering of state veterans services leaders in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

August 27, 2025

In the news: Fast Company — We asked government workers about AI

Roundtable Co-Founder and CEO Madeleine Smith shares in Fast Company what public servants say about AI.

August 25, 2025

Exploring AI’s role in veterans services: Insights from state leaders

Learn how state leaders are thinking about the ways AI can improve outcomes for veterans.

August 12, 2025

Civic Roundtable launches AI Answers for public servants

Natural language search connects public servants to vetted information across agencies.

August 1, 2025

In the news: GovTech Publishes Roundtable's view on meaningful AI for government

GovTech Publishes Roundtable Co-Founder and CEO Madeleine Smith's insights on AI for government.

July 22, 2025

Why America's heroes deserve better tech

The men and women who serve to protect our democracy deserve to be properly cared for when their service is over.

July 14, 2025

What's new in Roundtable: July 2025

We're excited to share the latest and greatest product updates!

July 8, 2025

The fundamental elements of effective government technology

Smart technology investments are critical as budget constraints force government agencies across the country to do more with less.

June 24, 2025

In The News: Fast Company Features Roundtable's Perspective on AI for Government

Roundtable Co-Founder and CEO Madeleine Smith explains in Fast Company the importance of context for public sector AI.

June 23, 2025

5 Takeaways from Our 2025 Veterans Homelessness Roundtable

Read lessons from a gathering of government and nonprofit leaders working at the intersection of housing, veteran services, and homelessness prevention.

June 13, 2025

How Roundtable drives efficient government

We’re in a critical moment for the future of government. Technology that fundamentally improves how cross-functional groups of public servants work together to solve a problem is non-negotiable.

June 2, 2025

3 Takeaways from the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Conference

Read reflections from a gathering of frontline partners working to end veterans homelessness nationwide.

April 29, 2025

Spotlight on Service: Building Community Capacity with Jenan Jondy

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

April 23, 2025

Civic Roundtable Commits to “Vision Zero” for Veteran Homelessness in New Jersey

Organizations using granting funding to end veteran homelessness in New Jersey will use Civic Roundtable to coordinate operations and share information, resources, and best practices.

April 9, 2025

Public Servant-Centered Innovation: Lessons from Vermont at the Public Sector AI Summit

Denise Reilly-Hughes, Secretary of Vermont’s Agency of Digital Services, shared valuable insights into the state’s pioneering approach to AI governance and innovation.

April 1, 2025

What's new in Roundtable: April 2025

We're excited to share the latest and greatest product updates!

March 18, 2025

Civic Roundtable Named One of Fast Company’s "Most Innovative Companies" of 2025

Civic Roundtable has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s 2025 Most Innovative Companies!

February 5, 2025

Building Capacity and Centering People: Lessons from Arizona at the Public Sector AI Summit

Ben Henderson, Director of Operations for the State of Arizona, shared key insights on how AI can help governments drive meaningful outcomes and enhance their capacity to serve communities effectively.

February 3, 2025

Spotlight on Service: Housing Solutions and Youth Advocacy with Lorain Crowl

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

January 28, 2025

Spotlight on Service: Building Connections to Address Homelessness in Essex County with Jessica Torres

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

January 22, 2025

5 Takeaways from our 2025 State Elections Roundtable

2025 State Elections Roundtable: leaders reflect on 2024 and plan ahead.

January 7, 2025

What's new in Roundtable: January 2025

We're excited to share the latest and greatest product updates!

November 25, 2024

Spotlight on Service: Equity and Community Engagement with Najee Nunnally

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

November 18, 2024

3 Takeaways from our Inaugural Public Sector AI Summit

We brought together dozens of public servants, technologists, and students to engage in open, future-facing conversations about the opportunities and challenges of AI in government.

October 4, 2024

What's new in Roundtable: October 2024

We're excited to share the latest and greatest product updates!

September 18, 2024

Spotlight on Service: Addressing Homelessness in Oregon with Kay Brooks

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

July 9, 2024

Our Approach to AI at Roundtable

At Roundtable, we're on a mission to equip public servants with best-in-class technology. We’re inspired by the opportunities generative AI creates in advancing our mission of enabling a more effective and efficient government.

July 8, 2024

What's new in Roundtable: July 2024

We're excited to share the latest and greatest product updates!

June 20, 2024

Spotlight on Service: Community-Based Care for Child Welfare in Kent County with Sonia Noorman

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

April 25, 2024

Spotlight on Service: Preventing Homelessness in Maricopa County with Haleigh Owens

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

April 5, 2024

What's new in Roundtable: April 2024

We're excited to share the latest and greatest product updates!

March 25, 2024

Spotlight on Service: Cybersecurity in Louisiana with Brad Manuel

Celebrating and learning about those on the frontlines of public service is core to our mission at Roundtable.

March 11, 2024

Why We Chose to Host Roundtable on AWS GovCloud

Building innovative technology for public servants goes hand-in-hand with a deep commitment to investing in security and reliability.

February 11, 2024

Civic Roundtable raises $5M from General Catalyst to Transform How Government Solves Problems

Revolutionizing how 22 million U.S. government workers across 90,000 agencies collaborate.

February 5, 2024

Bolstering Civic Engagement in Rhode Island’s High Schools

Civic engagement is the cornerstone of healthy democracy – it’s about being an active participant in our communities, working to address concerns, and understanding the basics of how government works.

January 12, 2024

Transforming Federal Datasets into Actionable Insights with the U.S. Department of Commerce

Participating in "The Opportunity Project" (TOP) development sprint, which challenges tech teams to leverage federal open data to develop innovative digital solutions that address pressing national challenges.

November 27, 2023

Spotlight on Service: Running "North County" with Jude Seymour

Highlighting the incredible stories of the public servants we work with is core to our DNA at Roundtable. In this series, we will highlight one of these stories each month.

October 30, 2023

Spotlight on Service: Making Voting Possible with Jacqueline Schulz

Highlighting the incredible stories of the public servants we work with is core to our DNA at Roundtable. In this series, we will highlight one of these stories each month.

October 10, 2023

The State of Elections: User Symposium Recap

We are proud to have hosted our first user symposium, focused on the needs and priorities of State Election Officials.

September 18, 2023

Spotlight on Service: Preventing Homelessness in Connecticut with Jessica Kubicki

Highlighting the incredible stories of the public servants we work with is core to our DNA at Roundtable. In this series, we will highlight one of these stories each month.

September 6, 2023

Can peer communities reduce election official burnout?

Learn more about our research grant with the MIT Election Data + Science Lab.

August 22, 2023

Spotlight on Service: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Jillian Harvey

Highlighting the incredible stories of the public servants we work with is core to our DNA at Roundtable. In this series, we will highlight one of these stories each month.

January 15, 2023

Spotlight on Service: Election Day with Tracy Nelson

Highlighting the incredible stories of the public servants we work with is core to our DNA at Roundtable. In this series, we will highlight one of these stories each month.

January 3, 2023

Introducing Roundtable

Celebrating public service.

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