Bio
Alan “Gumby” Marques created CivicCause to make local government easier to understand and more accessible to everyday people.
Gumby Marques brings experience across civic leadership, business, and community engagement. He previously served as Interim CEO of the San Jose Downtown Association, where he worked closely with city leadership, local businesses, and community organizations on issues shaping downtown San Jose.
Gumby's background includes building and operating businesses, working with public and private stakeholders, and developing systems that connect people to information and decision-making processes.
Focus
- Platform direction and long-term civic infrastructure strategy
- Civic information clarity, public accessibility, and participation pathways
- Coordination with community, business, and institutional stakeholders
Background
- Civic leadership experience in San Jose
- Former Interim CEO, San Jose Downtown Association
- Entrepreneur and small business owner
- Experience working with local government, organizations, and community stakeholders
Why CivicCause
CivicCause reflects a broader focus on creating tools that put individuals at the center - helping people better understand how decisions are made, who is involved, and where their participation can have impact.
Many people want to be involved in their community, but do not know where to start or when it matters.
The goal is simple: make civic life easier to follow, and easier to take part in.