Al Hleileh

Al Hleileh is a visionary entrepreneur, civic innovator, and the Co-Founder & CEO of Civic Marketplace. A two-time founder with a proven track record of scaling mission-driven ventures, Al blends strategic foresight with relentless execution to drive impact at scale.

Before launching Civic Marketplace, Al played a pivotal role in leading technology and data analytics at Delivery Associates, where his expertise in digital transformation and data-driven decision-making contributed to a landmark case studies. His leadership in leveraging analytics for actionable insights helped governments optimize performance and maximize impact. He also shaped product and analytics strategy at Spring.

Al’s work in data-driven governance has been widely recognized. His work was featured in "City Heroes: Celebrating Data and Analytics Innovators" by the National League of Cities, highlighting how cities like Fort Worth, San José and Knoxville are leveraging data for efficient, and responsive public services. Additionally, his efforts in Youngstown, OH demonstrated how digital tools can enhance public health messaging and vaccination efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. His collaboration with Stanford University on leveraging SafeGraph foot traffic data helped Stamford, CT optimize peak-hour monitoring and vaccine penetration analysis, showcasing how cities can harness analytics for better decision-making.

Armed with an MBA from Stanford, Al has cultivated deep expertise in civic tech, procurement, and digital marketplaces. His data-driven approach ensures that Civic Marketplace not only streamlines procurement but also empowers governments and small businesses with actionable insights for smarter decision-making.

Under Al’s leadership, Civic Marketplace is revolutionizing how communities connect, collaborate, and contract, unlocking economic opportunities through technology and analytics. His ability to blend visionary leadership with rigorous execution has attracted industry recognition and investor confidence, positioning Civic Marketplace as a category-defining force in civic technology.