Civilized AI is addressing a critical civic challenge: making government services more efficient, accessible, and resident-focused

Mike Katz, Senior Managing Director of Benson Capital Partners, joins Newell to discuss how they recently led a $2M seed round in Civilized AI, a GovTech startup transforming how cities serve residents. Civilized AI is addressing a critical civic challenge: making government services more efficient, accessible, and resident-focused. Their platform uses AI agents across chat, SMS, email, and soon voice to streamline communication and workflows in city government. This marks Benson Capital’s 20th portfolio company, reinforcing their commitment to scalable innovation in the Gulf South.