Panelope is a different approach to community engagement. Only a fraction of Americans feel like they are heard by their representatives. And yet, community leaders are working harder than ever to try to connect with their members. The current tools don’t work. They lack transparency, demand too much of the users, and are often too expensive for smaller communities to afford. Our team is made up of former public office holders and folks who understand both the importance of community engagement and the struggle to fit it into one’s schedule. We wanted a richer, more practical way to engage with our communities between the carpools, late nights at the office, and family dinners. Panelope is our answer.