Founders

Christine Bronson

Founder Christine Bronson champions compassionate, reality-based public policy and administration. She has held executive and senior roles in state government and non-profits, running social safety net systems that serve more than a million Minnesotans. She sees first-hand the human toll of poverty, hardship and adversity. These challenges transcend group identities, ancestry and circumstances of birth and Christine pursues solutions that do the same.

Mark Gilson

Founder Mark Gilson is a Computer Engineer and Computer Scientist by profession, with a passion for data research and visualization. At the core of his approach is a commitment to clear and precise data storytelling, with the belief that a realistic view of school district data can better equip community members with the knowledge needed to make positive, meaningful changes for the betterment of K-12 education. Mark champions the transformative power of data to inform decisions, drive change, and deepen our understanding of the world.