What is Civic Insight?

Civic Insight is an independent research and data strategy firm based in St. Louis, Missouri, serving communities nationwide.

Civic Insight empowers leaders, communities, and institutions to turn information into meaningful action. Civic Insight believes that clarity sparks possibility, and that the right data—understood in the right way—can open doors to lasting change. We help organizations build reliable data systems, understand what data matters most, determine how to best utilize it, and much more. Our work transforms complex issues into clear strategies, giving people the confidence to make smart choices that move their missions forward. Whether supporting nonprofits, guiding public institutions, or partnering with companies committed to impact, we help organizations see their challenges more clearly and chart a path toward measurable change.

Our Vision

Strong, resilient, thriving communities shaped by clear, data-driven insights.

Our Mission

Through clear, actionable strategies, Civic Insight helps leaders, communities, and institutions inform, solve problems, and drive measurable change.

Our Values

Trusted – Grounded in professionalism, relationships, and integrity.
Accessible – Clear, jargon-free, and client-centered.
Collaborative – Partnering with clients, not prescribing.
Rigorous – Thorough, data-informed, and strategically sound.
Civic-minded – Mission-driven to support progress and public good.

Our Team

David Leipholtz

Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer
David is dedicated to strengthening communities through clear information and practical policy solutions. Through partnerships with more than 40 organizations across the private, public, and philanthropic sectors, David has led over 50 projects focused on major challenges, including the digital divide, economic mobility, public health, and community development. Known for providing objective, trusted research, David helps leaders make informed decisions that support stronger, more equitable communities.
Kyle Juvers

Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer
Kyle oversees Civic Insight’s day-to-day and long-term operations, including stakeholder engagement and partnerships, vendor management, and financial stewardship, ensuring the organization stays aligned with its mission and goals. In addition to his regulatory responsibilities, Kyle develops thoughtful approaches that shape how data is collected, analyzed, and shared, effectively helping community partners understand and use key findings.
Marius Johnson-Malone

Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer
Marius leads data-driven research efforts focused on financial well-being, economic mobility, and systemic disparities. As a research leader, Marius directs a team that conducts statistical analysis, data visualization, and impact evaluation to support nonprofits and civic partners. Marius creates key performance indicators and regional financial scorecards, translates complex data into clear, actionable insights, and presents findings to policymakers and funders.
Abby Clavin

Director of Strategic Initiatives
Abby manages a portfolio of projects that support collaboration with residents, nonprofits, corporations, foundations, and government partners. Leveraging processes and technology, Abby builds and monitors tools that guide analysis, identify challenges, and shape effective solutions. Abby works with complex datasets and turns them into clear visuals and maps—empowering partners to comfortably utilize their data.
Lisa Andes

Director of Data and Analytics
Lisa oversees Civic Insight’s proprietary and public data assets, drives analytical strategy, and delivers constructive insights to partners. As the lead data architect, Lisa supervises the data team while translating complex technical outputs into accessible visuals, narratives, and policy-relevant insights for partners and the public. Lisa is instrumental in ensuring responsible use and management of sensitive data while shaping partner-centric solutions.
Lesley Onstott

Research and Initiatives Manager

Lesley coordinates timelines, deliverables, and workflows across internal teams and external partners, supporting senior leadership in overseeing project management. Lesley conducts applied research, assists with literature reviews, and brings together qualitative insights to support clear, partner-facing work. With a strong ability to shape narratives and translate findings, Lesley helps turn research into accessible and actionable tools that support informed decision-making.
Jamie Vergano

Data Analyst and Visualization Specialist
Jamie collaborates with partners to understand their needs, define project goals, and ensure that data-driven solutions meet their objectives. In addition to performing statistical analyses and identifying trends, Jamie designs and creates compelling data visualizations that allow for easy interpretation of key insights.
Xiaoyu Huang

Social Research Analyst
Xiaoyu conducts initial data cleaning and analysis, administers research on key social and economic issues, and develops accessible data visualizations. Simultaneously, Xiaoyu supports the development of quantitative and qualitative research products while gathering information on community initiatives that may garner partner collaboration.
Jackson Sorth

Research Fellow
Jackson supports Civic Insight’s research through data collection, background research, and ensuring quality control across data and deliverables. With strong attention to detail and organization, Jackson helps ensure projects stay on track and research outputs are accurate, clear, and consistent.

Civic Insight works with partners across the United States, helping non-profits, private organizations, local governments, financial institutions, and more to reach their goals.