KnowWho, Inc.

KnowWho, Inc. provides targeted data solutions for grassroots advocacy, government relations, and public sector engagement through comprehensive directories of government contacts. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in the U. S.

, KnowWho, Inc. focuses on providing essential data solutions for organizations involved in government advocacy. The company was acquired by Phone2Action, Inc. in December 2020, although financial terms of the transaction remain undisclosed.

Bruce Brownson serves as both the Founder and CEO. KnowWho specializes in comprehensive data solutions tailored for organizations involved in grassroots advocacy, government relations, and public sector engagement. Their core offerings include a suite of government directories that encompass congressional, federal executive, state, and local government contacts. These products feature responsive design, enabling users to access critical information seamlessly across various devices, including smartphones and tablets.

Their services are particularly valuable to lobbyists, government affairs professionals, librarians, and developers who require accurate and up-to-date data on elected officials and their staff, including biographies, photographs, and district maps. KnowWho's solutions serve clients across the United States, covering all 50 states and extending into over 4,000 municipalities and 3,000 counties, addressing the need for reliable legislative and advocacy resources nationwide. KnowWho's revenue generation model focuses on B2B transactions through subscriptions to its directory services, which are integrated into the Salesforce platform. Clients, including government relations professionals and advocacy organizations, typically engage in annual subscription agreements for access to KnowWho's comprehensive databases.

These subscriptions provide essential legislative and contact information, facilitating effective advocacy efforts. The company’s flagship products include the Congressional Directory and state government directories, designed to streamline management of relationships with elected officials, thereby enhancing operational efficiency for clients who rely on accurate data to engage with government entities effectively. Following its acquisition by Phone2Action, Inc. in December 2020, KnowWho is focusing on enhancing its product offerings and expanding its market reach.

The company is expected to introduce new products aimed at improving data accessibility and usability for its clients. Plans are underway to penetrate additional geographic regions and expand client services, with specific strategies likely to be implemented in the upcoming years as part of their growth strategy.