About us
AGORA is where strategy, technology, and human insight meet to solve complex challenges. We believe powerful tools and strategies shouldn't be reserved for the few. Our mission is to make advanced analysis, creative problem-solving, and digital innovation accessible to every organization that's ready to grow.
Named after the ancient Greek agora (ἀγορά)— the public square where citizens met to debate laws and shape the future — we exist to create a new kind of digital commons: one where information is clear, actionable, and in service to the people who need it most.
The Inspiration Behind Our Name
“Whether you’re advancing policy, launching a program, competing for funding, or building a movement, Agora is your partner for what’s next.”
With experience spanning public policy, economic development, technology, and community impact, our work is rooted in both data and purpose. We've sat with community advocates searching for the right bill, small business owners navigating procurement, and nonprofit leaders racing deadlines to secure funding. Across every sector, the pattern is the same — talented people slowed down by inaccessible information and clunky systems.
Agora exists to change that. We combine sharp analysis, strategic planning, and custom-built digital solutions to help organizations — from grassroots nonprofits to civic agencies to social enterprises — cut through complexity and take action. For us, technology is never the point — it's the bridge. The real goal is to empower leaders, strengthen communities, and make participation in public life not just possible, but intuitive.
Our Experience and Understanding
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower local governments, nonprofit organizations, chambers of commerce, and enterprises with data-driven strategy and innovative digital solutions. We strive to transform public information into actionable change – turning transparency into community power – in order to strengthen civic engagement and social impact.
Our Vision
We envision a future where every community is an active participant in governance, equipped with the tools and insights to shape the decisions that affect their lives. In this future, transparency leads to empowerment, technology bridges the gap between information and action, and power is shared – not hoarded for the few. Our vision is a more inclusive, responsive democracy in which data and digital innovation amplify every voice for the public good.
Meet the Team
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CEO & FOUNDER
Adrian Rodriguez is a serial founder and civic-tech builder behind Agora and CORAMA, internationally recognized as a World Chambers Congress finalist. A U.S. Speaker, he champions decentralizing the public economy—using AI to turn open data into contracts, grants, and policy insights—so communities around the world can access opportunity and power.
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CHIEF STRATEGY CONSULTANT
Rosemary is skilled in data analytics and has worked extensively with advanced data tools to interpret complex datasets, identify trends, and recommend actionable improvements. She has created automated workflows and digital knowledge hubs that increase efficiency in monitoring, auditing, and reporting processes, ensuring organizations meet performance benchmarks with accuracy and transparency.
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Small Business Strategy & Data Solutions Consultant
Gulfishan Hamid is a public policy and civic technology leader who builds bridges between communities and government. With expertise in legislative analysis, community engagement, and program design, she translates complex policy into practical strategies that increase civic participation and advance equity. Gulfishan has led initiatives that leverage data and technology to make public processes more transparent and accessible, and she is known for convening diverse stakeholders to co-create solutions. Her work centers on empowering underrepresented communities to shape policy outcomes and unlocking governmental resources for local impact.
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Communications & Operations Coordinator
Mariana Flores Carranco is an emerging professional with a background in International Business and hands-on experience across customer service, logistics coordination, project support, and digital media. Currently studying Visual Media, she brings strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to continuous learning, strengthened by complementary coursework in project analysis and organizational management. Mariana has supported teams in both the public and private sectors, contributing to logistics operations, client communications, social media content, and financial reporting. Skilled in tools such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Salesforce, and CargoWise, she is fluent in Spanish and proficient in English, making her adaptable and capable across diverse work environments.