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REASONS TO INVEST
TEAM
Paul Allen • CEO & Board Member
He led the global strengths movement for Gallup from 2012-2017. Paul taught entrepreneurship for 2 years at Utah Valley University and internet marketing for 2 years at BYU. He was an Ernst & Young Utah Entrepreneur of the Year in 2000, and the MarketingSherpa (National) Entrepreneur of the Year in 2008. He is a fellow of the Utah Genealogical Association and was named a Cyber Pioneer in 2010 by the Cyber Law Section of the Utah State Bar. He was the honored alumnus of the BYU Humanities College in 2016, having graduated in 1990 with a BA in Russian.
He works approximately 20 hours per week as CEO of Soar.com and less than 1 hour per week as Advisor for Bank of Memories, in addition to working approximately 20 hours per week in his roles with Citizen Portal.
Paul and his wife Christy live in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 8 children and 5 grandchildren.
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Dale (Brent) Israelsen • Legal Officer, Board Member, Secretary
Mr. Israelsen practiced law in Washington, DC with positions in the Federal Government, the United States Courts, and the private law firm of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius. He then worked in Cambridge, MA where he was President of Jurisoft, a division of Lexis-Nexis. For the past 27 years, he has operated from Utah where he has practiced law,consulted with and founded and operated multiple innovative technology companies. He serves on four boards of directors.
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Christen Allen • Board Member (Part-Time)
Born and raised in Provo, UT, she attended BYU in Piano Performance and Musical Theater.
Christen spends 10 hours a week at Citizen Portal.
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the pitch
Inform. Engage. Enlighten.
Citizen Portal is on a mission to transform democracy with an AI-powered approach. We are reshaping civic engagement and education by providing Americans with up-to-date, accurate, newsworthy information straight from the source. Citizen Portal utilizes AI to index, transcribe, and summarize meetings and hearings at all levels of government. By providing access to video recordings of school boards, local, state, and federal meetings, Citizen Portal helps to empower citizens, journalists, and advocates to know what is being said by their elected officials and done in their government. As democracy faces unprecedented risks, we feel you can help save it.
You can play a role in restoring transparency and accountability to government, and be a part of the future of AI innovation.
THE opportunity
Of the People, By the People, For the People
We believe Citizen Portal is the ultimate solution to a pressing problem: the decline of trust in America’s core institutions--namely the media, government, and elected officials. With newspapers fading away (Source) and trust in the media at an all-time low (Source), there's a lack of reliable coverage of government activities, leaving citizens in the dark about crucial information. Citizen Portal’s goal is to provide citizens with equal and easy access to public officials and government actions. Armed with AI-powered tools, citizens, advocates, and journalists can now hold the government accountable, ensuring greater transparency and trust.
At a time when U.S. democracy seems to be at its highest risk since the Civil War, and trust in government is at an all-time low, Citizen Portal’s AI-powered platform enables citizens to track their representatives' words and actions with ease. It helps stop the flow of misinformation by allowing citizens to see quotes in context and directly from verified sources.
No more sifting through mountains of information, CitizenPortal.ai prioritizes users' interests, delivering personalized video clips on topics they care about most. Citizen Portal’s deep search function allows citizens to land on the exact moment a topic or issue is mentioned in a meeting. Citizens can then create and share video clips of the topic via social media and email. Users can get email summaries of meetings on self-selected topics of interest.
Citizen Portal differentiates itself from competitors with additional features such as alerts for new content, auto-translations, and annotations to further engage and inform citizens. AI-generated transcriptions, chat-based interfaces, and open meetings laws allow users to quickly find and share video clips. Citizen Portal AI also leverages the same freemium subscription model and viral marketing strategies that turned Ancestry.com into a multi-billion dollar company. Citizen Portal’s goal is to provide every citizen with free access to the basic platform offerings, such as local, state, and federal content.
THE market & our traction
“Knowledge Is Power. Ignorance Is Destructive.”
Citizen Portal is at the forefront of AI-meets-government innovation. This platform demonstrates data-driven decision-making that is efficient and effective, thanks to its AI algorithms processing massive amounts of information in real time. Citizen Portal’s AI tools enhance citizen engagement, providing personalized services like never before with chatbots and a seamless user-experience. We believe Citizen Portal can have a massive impact on representative democracy by contributing to improved citizen engagement and policy outcomes through predictive analytics.
Citizen Portal is on a mission to democratize access to government data with a cutting-edge AI platform. The top priority is to empower citizens by fostering transparency and accountability in government. Citizen Portal provides the American people with unedited transcripts of public statements by elected officials and, in turn, we believe revolutionizes the way people interact with their government.
With $426,200 raised from accredited investors in the pre-seed round, Citizen Portal has already caught the attention of some major players. Citizen Portal’s seasoned leadership team—led by Paul Allen, Founder of Ancestry.com—is charting a path to success in the tech industry. Paul's recent appearance on the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity podcast, and on with SiriusXM's Steve Scully, where he championed the positive impact of AI's future, is just the start.
*These testimonials may not be representative of the experience of other customers and is not a guarantee of future performance or success.
why invest
Join Citizen Portal on the Mission to Improve Democracy
By backing Citizen Portal, you have an opportunity to support a mission-driven company that aims to improve civic engagement and strengthen democracy. With a strong foundation laid by pre-seed funding and strategic partnerships, this is your chance to be a part of a game-changing platform that empowers citizens, restores government accountability, and shapes the future of AI in positive ways.
Citizen Portal’s unique approach to providing access to public meetings and government proceedings can create new opportunities for citizens to be engaged and informed, increasing interest in politics and influencing public policy. Citizen Portal’s strong team of experienced leaders and advisors can position Citizen Portal to change the face of American democracy.
Join the movement. Be a part of history in the making. Invest in Citizen Portal today.
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TERMS
Citizen Portal
Overview
PRICE PER SHARE
$0.53
DEADLINE
Aug. 20, 2024 at 6:59 AM UTC
VALUATION
$8.03M
FUNDING GOAL
$15K - $5M
Breakdown
MIN INVESTMENT
$100.17
MAX INVESTMENT
$4,999,999.86
MIN NUMBER OF SHARES OFFERED
28,301
MAX NUMBER OF SHARES OFFERED
9,433,962
OFFERING TYPE
Equity
SHARES OFFERED
Class A Common Stock
Maximum Number of Shares Offered subject to adjustment for bonus shares
*Maximum number of shares offered subject to adjustment for bonus shares. See Bonus info below.
Voting Rights of Securities Sold in this Offering
Voting Proxy. Each Subscriber shall appoint the Chief Executive Officer of the Company (the “CEO”), or his or her successor, as the Subscriber’s true and lawful proxy and attorney, with the power to act alone and with full power of substitution, to, consistent with this instrument and on behalf of the Subscriber, (i) vote all Securities, (ii) give and receive notices and communications, (iii) execute any instrument or document that the CEO determines is necessary or appropriate in the exercise of its authority under this instrument, and (iv) take all actions necessary or appropriate in the judgment of the CEO for the accomplishment of the foregoing. The proxy and power granted by the Subscriber pursuant to this Section are coupled with an interest. Such proxy and power will be irrevocable. The proxy and power, so long as the Subscriber is an individual, will survive the death, incompetency and disability of the Subscriber and, so long as the Subscriber is an entity, will survive the merger or reorganization of the Subscriber or any other entity holding the Securities. However, the Proxy will terminate upon the closing of a firm-commitment underwritten public offering pursuant to an effective registration statement under the Securities Act of 1933 covering the offer and sale of Common Stock or the effectiveness of a registration statement under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 covering the Common Stock.
Investment Incentives*
Reservation List Bonus
If you previously reserved shares in Citizen Portal's Testing the Waters Landing Page, you will receive 10% bonus shares.
Time-Based Perks
Friends and Family - Invest within the first 72 hours and receive 15% bonus shares
Super Early Bird - Invest within the first week and receive 10% bonus shares
Early Bird Bonus - Invest within the first two weeks and receive 5% bonus shares
Volume-Based Perks
Tier 1 Perk — Invest $500+ and receive free one-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform
Tier 2 Perk — Invest $10,000+ and receive free one-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 3% bonus shares
Tier 3 Perk — Invest $25,000+ and receive free one-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 5% bonus shares
Tier 4 Perk — Invest $50,000+ and receive free two-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 10% bonus shares
Tier 5 Perk — Invest $100,000+ and receive free three-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 15% bonus shares
Tier 6 Perk — Invest $150,000+ and receive free five-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 20% bonus shares
*In order to receive perks from an investment, one must submit a single investment in the same offering that meets the minimum perk requirement. Bonus shares from perks will not be granted if an investor submits multiple investments that, when combined, meet the perk requirement. All perks occur when the offering is completed.
Crowdfunding investments made through a self-directed IRA cannot receive non-bonus share perks due to tax laws. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) prohibits self-dealing transactions in which the investor receives an immediate, personal financial gain on investments owned by their retirement account. As a result, an investor must refuse those non-bonus share perks because they would be receiving a benefit from their IRA account.
The 10% Venture Club Bonus
Citizen Portal, Inc. will offer 10% additional bonus shares for all investments that are committed by investors that are eligible for the StartEngine Venture Club.
This means eligible StartEngine shareholders will receive a 10% bonus for any shares they purchase in this offering. For example, if you buy 100 shares of Class A Common Stock at $0.53 / share, you will receive 110 shares of Class A Common Stock, meaning you'll own 110 shares for $530. Fractional shares will not be distributed and share bonuses will be determined by rounding down to the nearest whole share.
This 10% Bonus is only valid during the investor's eligibility period. Investors eligible for this bonus will also have priority if they are on a waitlist to invest and the company surpasses its maximum funding goal. They will have the first opportunity to invest should room in the offering become available if prior investments are canceled or fail.
Investors will receive the highest single bonus they are eligible for among the bonuses based on the amount invested and time of offering elapsed (if any). Eligible investors will also receive the Venture Club bonus and any Loyalty Bonus or TTW Reservation Holder Bonus in addition to the aforementioned bonus.
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08.19.24
It’s Not Too Late! Join the Livestream Until 1 AM
Our 11-hour livestream is in full swing, but there’s still time to join! Tune in anytime until 1 AM MST to catch insightful discussions from industry leaders and AI experts. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage and learn!
Join now at live.citizenportal.ai
Best regards,
Paul Allen
Citizen Portal
08.19.24
Join Us for a Special Livestream Today at 1 PM MDT
Dear [Recipient Name],
As a valued Citizen Portal user, you’re invited to join our 11-hour livestream today, Monday the 19th, from 1 PM to 1 AM MDT. Hear from industry leaders, AI experts, and thought leaders as they discuss government transparency and citizen empowerment.
We’re excited to have you with us for this special event!
Best regards,Paul AllenCitizen Portal
Click to access our live stream and invest in Citizen Portal today.
08.19.24
Last Day to Invest
The first day of the Constitutional Convention on May 25, 1787, marked the beginning of a pivotal moment in American history. The gathering brought together 55 delegates to do what never had been done before. The day's proceedings were characterized by anticipation and a sense of urgency as the delegates set the stage for debates that would eventually shape the framework of the United States Constitution.
In contrast, today is the last day for citizens to invest in the opportunity to keep the American dream our founders created by investing in Citizen Portal. Citizen Portal gives every citizen the opportunity to became a citizen of great influence.
Click to access our live stream and invest in Citizen Portal today.
08.18.24
Join Our Exclusive LIVE Event (Tomorrow)
We are excited to invite you to an exclusive live event TOMORROW, where you'll have the opportunity to engage directly with industry leaders, renowned authors, and AI experts as they discuss the critical topic of government transparency during our 11-hour livestream. This event is not just a chance to gain valuable insights but also an unparalleled opportunity to witness the impact Citizen Portal is set to have on the future. Your participation will give you a front-row seat to the conversations that are shaping the landscape of transparency and accountability in government.
Time is of the essence—our campaign ends on Monday, and this is your last chance to secure your investment in Citizen Portal. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of a transformative project that is in the top 15 of Start Engine's most funded companies, gaining momentum in the industry. Engage with the experts, get your questions answered, and make your investment before the window closes. Join us on TOMORROW and be part of a movement that is driving real change!
08.17.24
5 Reasons You Should Invest in Citizen Portal
Why should you invest in Citizen Portal?
- Safeguard the principles of freedom, equality, and justice that you value in a just society.
- Keep your government transparent and accountable.
- Gain access to tools that promote your civic engagement.
- Ensure that you and your fellow citizens are at the helm, charting the course of humanity toward freedom and justice.
- Create a stable, unbiased, transparent environment where you can thrive and contribute to a shared vision of democracy.
Act now! The campaign to support Citizen Portal ends this Monday. By investing today, you ensure our mission to use AI to improve government transparency and your participation as a citizen. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this pivotal movement—your prompt action can truly make a difference in shaping a better tomorrow for you and your community.
08.16.24
Urgent: Your Last Chance to Transform Government
AI is revolutionizing the way you engage with your world, reshaping the entire fabric of all your interactions. By supporting Citizen Portal, you address the urgent need for transparency and leverage groundbreaking AI tools to enhance how information flows and decisions are scrutinized within government bodies. Your investment is not just support—it's a catalyst that empowers you to foster deeper and more impactful interactions between governments and citizens. Every contribution you make is pivotal, bringing you closer to an era where transparency is foundational for participatory democracy.
The clock is ticking—your opportunity to invest will conclude this Monday, August 19. This isn't just an investment; it's a call to action for anyone who believes in a future where government accountability is a reality, upheld by the power of AI. Investing in Citizen Portal is a direct investment in the bedrock of transparent governance. Act now!
08.15.24
A Message From Our Founder
Dear Citizen Portal Community,
When we founded Citizen Portal, our goal was to empower Americans to protect our inalienable rights 'endowed by [our] Creator.' To preserve our Republic, we must do more than vote; we must become informed and actively rein in our out-of-control government. Who among us wants trillion-dollar deficits, endless wars, and overregulation? The internet's rise led to the fall of newspapers, once a powerful check on government. Now, with AI, meetings can be transcribed, laws indexed, and citizens can receive personalized feeds with actionable information. You can become informed and share clips, turning into citizen journalists who keep our communities updated. The twofold purpose of Citizen Portal is to remove policies that threaten your Safety and Happiness, and to spread those that promote prosperity and the general Welfare for all.With only days remaining until our crowdfunding campaign concludes this Monday, the urgency to act has never been greater. The success of Citizen Portal hinges on your continued support and investment. This is not merely about funding a platform; it's about championing a movement to restore accountability and transparency in our governance. Every contribution brings us closer to a future where every citizen is not only a voter but an informed advocate for independence and freedom. Let us amplify our impact and ensure that Citizen Portal reaches every corner of the nation. For as little as $100 you can act now, invest in the future of our Republic, and join us in making history. Together, we can forge a path toward a more informed and engaged society.
Your support allowed us to build this platform. As it spreads to millions, it has the power to help us once again secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity. Thank you for being a part of this journey.
Sincerely,
Paul Allen, Founder
08.14.24
New Feature: Freedom Works Library
As we enter in the final days of our Start Engine offering, we are pleased to include The Citizen Portal Freedom Library with every premier subscription. This library offers thousands of American historical documents, all easily accessible on your preferred device. Now, you can carry and study these significant works wherever you go, reading history through the words of those who lived it.
Original source content is central to Citizen Portal. Our site hosts over one million hours of video and audio, capturing events as they happened. Studying these sources deepens our understanding of history, law, and literature, fostering critical thinking and helping us connect historical and cultural developments with greater clarity and authenticity.
Become an investor or reinvest in Citizen Portal before it's too late—Monday is your last chance!
07.04.24
Celebrate Independence Day with Citizen Portal
Celebrate the 4th of July with Citizen Portal. Our AI-powered platform promotes government transparency and accountability, empowering citizens to stay informed and engaged. Invest in a future where transparency and democratic ideals thrive!
07.03.24
Celebrate Independence Day with Citizen Portal
Dear Citizen Portal Community,
As you prepare to celebrate the 4th of July, a day that marks our nation's declaration of independence and the birth of our freedoms, we want to encourage you to take a moment to reflect on our independence, the founding fathers, and the freedoms that we cherish. Imagine how the principles laid out by the founding fathers continue to resonate with you, especially in today's climate where transparency and accountability are more crucial than ever.
Consider the monumental moment on June 7th, 1776, when Richard Henry Lee introduced a motion for the colonies' independence. This act of courage and foresight set the stage for the Declaration of Independence, a document that not only severed ties with Great Britain but also laid the foundation for a nation built on the principles of equality, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. These ideals are not just historical artifacts; they are the bedrock of the freedoms you enjoy today.
With Citizen Portal, you are empowered by these principles. Transparency and accountability are essential to a healthy government. Citizen Portal leverages the power of artificial intelligence to increase government transparency, making it easier for you to access information and hold your leaders accountable. Just as the founding fathers sought to create a government that served the people, you are given the tools needed to stay informed and engaged.
Using AI, Citizen Portal analyzes vast amounts of data to provide you with clear, insights into government activities. This technology helps uncover hidden patterns and trends, ensuring that information is not only accessible but also understandable for you. By doing so, you uphold the spirit of the Declaration of Independence, fostering a government that is truly of the people, by the people, and for the people.
As you celebrate this 4th of July, remember the courage and vision of the founding fathers. They dared to dream of a nation where freedom and justice prevailed. Today, you have the opportunity to continue that legacy by supporting initiatives that promote transparency and accountability. Citizen Portal is committed to this mission, and you are invited to join in making a difference.
Citizen Portal is now crowdfunding on Start Engine, and your support is sought to expand these efforts. By investing in Citizen Portal, you are not only supporting a platform dedicated to transparency but also contributing to the preservation of the ideals that our nation was founded upon. This Independence Day, honor the spirit of the founding fathers by taking action. We encourage you to invest in a future where transparency and accountability are at the forefront. Together, we can build a stronger, more informed government for all.
Thank you for your continued support, and happy 4th of July!
The Team at Citizen Portal
REWARDS
10%
Stack Venture Club & Rewards!
Members get an extra 10% shares in addition to rewards below!
Venture Club
Venture Club Members earn 10% bonus shares on top of this and all eligible investments for an entire year. Not a member? Sign up at checkout ($275/year).
$500
Tier 1 Perk
Invest $500+ and receive free one-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform
$10,000
Tier 2 Perk
Invest $10,000+ and receive free one-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 3% bonus shares
$25,000
Tier 3 Perk
Invest $25,000+ and receive free one-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 5% bonus shares
$50,000
Tier 4 Perk
Invest $50,000+ and receive free two-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 10% bonus shares
$100,000
Tier 5 Perk
Invest $100,000+ and receive free three-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 15% bonus shares
$150,000
Tier 6 Perk
Invest $150,000+ and receive free five-year access to the full Citizen Portal platform and 20% bonus shares
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Clifford Tong
a year ago
I checked out the website and don't really see where the AI is. It appears that you have downloaded lots of public videos from government hearings and indexed them so they are available through keyword searches. The keyword searches just find the videos, so you would need to watch them to even determine whether they are relevant to the topic you are interested in. And you have not even scratched the surface of the potentially relevant public videos or transcripts that are out there. My impression is that your mission is to capture enough of this content to get a clear handle on a topic and then use AI to make it easily searchable and digestible by the user. Is that correct? If so, that would be a monumental task. Please explain how far you are on this because it appears you are a long way away. Thanks.
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Mark Harmon
a year ago
I invested 4 months ago. Why no changed in shares. Still 0.53 cents per. How am I making money.
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Mark Harmon
a year ago
How come the investment hasn’t changed
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Robert Vincent Koury
a year ago
How does citizens portal actually make any money?
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Ronald Hales
a year ago
I invested $10,000 on the Startup so how many shares do I have?
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Chantelle Daley
a year ago
When and how is the full access received to the CitizenPortal to sign in?
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Daniel Christian
a year ago
What is the Stock Symbol for CitizenPortal.AI
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Rhet Hulbert
a year ago
I love the idea and we need this more than ever right now. But for the company to survive you will have to fight off some powerful forces that thrive on the lack of transparency. Do you have any revenue yet? Have you had any success with premium subscriptions? Thanks and keep up the good work.
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Rachael Sikes
a year ago
Saw this guy on Glen Beck show and I'm thankful. Across the isle we need this. I'm now an investor because of seeing how awesome this is.
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Lisa Grissom
6 days ago
Wondering how to get in touch with someone to get my email address updated with you guys as I no longer use the email with which I originally invested. Can you advise? I can't find anywhere on your website to contact you guys.
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