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TLTF covers Abstract's $4.8M seed round

Benjamin Joyner of LAW.com reports on Abstract's seed funding round, led by Bonfire Ventures and Communitas Capital.

Abstract announces $4.8M seed funding co-led by Bonfire Ventures and Communitas Capital

Abstract CEO & Co-Founder Pat Utz sits down with Authority Magazine for their series on “Pushing the Boundaries of AI.”

This week on Abstract Sessions, Pat is once again joined by Don Polese, Partner at Vectis Strategies and seasoned Capitol Hill insider.

Pat Utz sits down with Nicholas Jones to chat about the rise of AI technology

This week, Pat is joined by Lauren Scott-Phillips to chat about the pathway to establishing strong and collaborative business relationships.

This week Patricio is joined by Caroline Casson, partner at Vitalize Venture Capital & Abstract investor.

This week on the Abstract Webinar Series, Patricio is joined by Daniel X. O'Neil, a prominent voice in the GovTech & CivicTech spaces.

This week Patricio is joined by Capitol Hill veteran Don Polese to chat about the waves AI is making on the hill and how Congress is dealing with these new technologies.

This week, Patricio welcomes Mark Wald, Founder & CEO of SPRCHRGR, to discuss startup accounting fundamentals, key KPIs, and the current VC market.

This week's guest, Abhi Nemani, chats with Patricio about the relationship between government and technology: where it began, how it has evolved, and where it is headed.

The Abstract Webinar Series welcomes Ted Ko! Check out this week's conversation to understanding how new technologies are transforming the way policy is being designed and implemented.

This week on the Abstract Webinar Series: Hudson Hollister, Co-Founder & CEO of HData, and Patricio Utz! Check it out.

This week, Pat is joined by former CEO & Co-Founder of CaseText, Jake Heller. Together, they discuss the professional applications of AI and how it is transforming traditional workflows.

Tune into a candid conversation about the intersection of law, government affairs, and AI with Kimberly Gold, Abstract Advisor & former EVP, Chief Legal & Risk Officer at HITRUST.

This week, Co-Founders Matthew Chang & Patricio Utz sit down to chat about the past, present, and future iterations of Abstract's product.

This week on the Abstract Webinar Series, Pat and Sedale sit down to chat about the powerful software solutions they've created for public and private sector corporations.

Tune in! This week, 3x founder Jason Kiesel joins Abstract's CEO, Patricio Utz, for a conversation about achieving early-stage growth and managing a business in the GovTech industry.

2023 was a big year for California legislators. Take a look back at the past year with data tracking conducted by the Abstract team!

The 2024 legislative year has just begun. Explore how you can set yourself up for success with our Legislative Checklist curated by our team and advisors.

Abstract’s collaborative platform has increased CFA’s member involvement and transformed communication for their Government Relations team.

Keep track of key dates with Abstract! Never miss a legislative deadline, bill hearing, or introduction with our 2024 California Legislative Calendar.

Check out our second webinar featuring Abstract’s CTO, Mohammed Hayat, and CEO, Patricio Utz. Together, Mo and Patricio discuss the evolving powers of artificial intelligence and how Abstract is seeking to disrupt the legal-tech space.

Together, Abstract and Trellis are building ground-breaking tools backed by AI to make government more transparent in a conscientious way.

The Abstract Webinars Series has arrived! Check out our first webinar featuring Patricio Utz, Abstract CEO & Co-Founder, and our Kathryn Brackmann, Legislative Product Consultant. Together, Patricio and Kathryn dive into how Abstract’s collaborative workspace and top-tier data insights bolster users overall efficiency and effectiveness.

Abstract CEO Patricio Utz joined SUPRCHGR’s Mark Wald on stage at the 2023 Recurring Revenue Conference last week in LA to chat about Metrics that Matter in the SaaS space.

Abstract’s easy-to-use tools and organizational attributes have helped Bizfed act faster and advocate more effectively on behalf of their members.

While the legislative session is currently in recess, there is still time to take action. Here’s how to use Abstract to take advantage of this down season.

Abstract’s user-friendly-interface, collaborative workspace, and automated, customizable reporting feature is helping the City of Pico Rivera drive legislative impact and deliver for their city.

From the 28-year-old founder of Seoul Juice to the TikTok star known for bringing his coffee around the world, Forbes highlights the young people reshaping fashion, food, tech, and the arts in Los Angeles.

Building a safer, smarter AI starts with learning from the past and identifying potential risks. In order to mitigate these risks, a diverse knowledge-sharing community must be created.

Implementing AI, for the sake of understanding legislative data, has been core to Abstracts mission since the start. But only together, can we work towards building a tool that makes complex government data accessible.

Abstract recently hosted a panel with CA policy policy professionals. Watch it now!

The Abstract team recently hosted a Coffee Mixer at Milka Coffee Roasters for our customers and community.

At a time when tech companies and startups are slimming operations and budgeting resources to keep up with inflation amid vigorous competition, startups are relying more than ever on the tools they need to compete.

Patrick Utz discusses Abstract’s Stance Filter that uncovers lobbying group activities.

"Abstract has enabled customers like Snapchat, the Milken Institute, and GenUp, to better digest government bills, and map out potential implications," says Utz, Abstract's co-founder and CEO

Abstract recently hosted a networking happy hour and Q&A with current Culver City Council Member, Alex Fisch, and Candidate, Freddy Puza, including a presentation from our CEO, Patrick Utz.

Abstracts CEO, Patrick Utz recently presented “The Future of Lobbying and Democracy” at LMU Talks, as part of LMU’s Grand Reunion & Alumni BBQ Weekend events.

In general, the Governor has 12 days in which to act on a bill sent to him or her from the Legislature. That 12-day period begins once the bill has been “presented” to the Governor.

Almost all legislative rules, even some in the state Constitution, can be waived by legislators. Even some constitutional provisions can be waived.

Chris Micheli and Patrick Utz speak with Sactown Talks podcast host, Jarhett Blonien, about the innovation that Abstract brings to the legislature.

Although the following items are not an exhaustive list, they cover some of the most frequently-asked questions regarding process items at the end of the California Legislative Session.

This is the final installment in a 3-part series about the major happenings in the legislative process pursuant to the California Constitution and relevant statutes.

Abstract CEO Patrick Utz and CTO Mohammed Hayat joins the Nerds for Humanity Podcast

Company offers its all-in-one platform to government affairs professionals, streamlining the legislative process.

Association Chat host, KiKi L'Italien, and Abstract CEO, Patrick Utz discuss Abstract's mission to make the political process more accessible for associations through increased government transparency.

The middle part of the Legislative Session centers around the adoption of the state budget and consideration of bills in their second house.

Decision-makers appreciate hearing real-life stories that illustrate key points. Share your experience, but keep the message simple. Be organized in your letter and present your points in clear and concise terms. Do not assume the decision-maker is familiar with your industry or the issue at hand.

This is the first installment in a 3-part series about the major happenings in the upcoming Legislative Session pursuant to the California Constitution and relevant statutes.

The California Constitution requires a bill to be “read” three times before it can be debated and voted upon by either house.

The California Legislature works on the basis of deadlines for moving measures (bills, resolutions and constitutional amendments) through the legislative process.

Committees of the California Legislature can conduct several types of hearings, including bill hearings, investigative or oversight hearings, and informational hearings.

"The ultimate vision is to make lobbying, government, and the legislative process more accessible for everyday business owners and individuals" says Utz, Abstract's CEO & Co-Founder

Patrick Utz is the CEO of Abstract.us. I was introduced to Patrick by one of our volunteers at OfThePeople.us so Patrick and I decided we'd trade notes and learn more about Abstract on the Nerds show!

Abstract’s CEO & LMU Alum, Patrick Utz, recently sat down for an interview with his alma mater to discuss Abstract’s beginning and evolution.