About Smith & Moses
Smith & Moses is your AI-powered guide to New York State legislation—built for those who need to understand what's happening in Albany and why it matters.
The Namesakes
Our name pays tribute to two titans who shaped modern New York:
Alfred E. Smith
Governor of New York, 1919–1920 & 1923–1928
“The Happy Warrior” rose from the Lower East Side to become one of the most consequential governors in American history. Smith modernized state government, championed workers' rights, and proved that pragmatic reform could achieve what ideology alone could not. He understood that legislation is where ideals meet reality.
Robert Moses
Master Builder, 1924–1968
The “Master Builder” reshaped the physical landscape of New York through an unparalleled understanding of bureaucratic power. Love him or loathe him, Moses demonstrated that knowing the machinery of government—its levers, its procedures, its fine print—is how things actually get done.
Together, Smith and Moses defined 20th-century New York infrastructure and politics. Their partnership exemplified a simple truth: vision without execution is just a dream, and execution without vision is just busywork.
Our Promise
Like our namesakes, Smith & Moses is built for people who want to get things done. We provide:
- •Deep insight into the machinery of the state—every bill, every sponsor, every vote
- •AI-powered analysis to cut through the complexity and surface what matters
- •An unsentimental focus on mechanics—not partisan spin, just the facts of how legislation moves
Whether you're a lobbyist tracking a bill, a journalist investigating a lawmaker, a citizen wanting to understand your representatives, or just curious about how Albany works—Smith & Moses gives you the tools to see clearly and act decisively.
The Founders
Smith & Moses was created by two New Yorkers who believe in making government more accessible and understandable:
Matt Wing
Founder, Wingspan
Matt is the founder of Wingspan, a pioneering political marketing firm serving candidates, causes, and brands that move people. With deep expertise in communications strategy, digital marketing, and crisis communications, Matt brings an insider's understanding of how political messaging and public affairs actually work.
Josh Mohrer
Founder, Wave AI Note Taker
Josh is the founder of Wave, an AI-powered note-taking platform. A veteran technology operator and entrepreneur, Josh brings technical expertise and a passion for building products that help people work smarter. His experience scaling technology companies informs Smith & Moses's approach to making complex legislative data accessible and actionable.