Federal FOIA Data Solutions
Transforming government transparency through advanced data analysis
FOIA Data Explorer
Thirteen years of government-wide FOIA performance — request volume, backlog, cost, exemptions, and a fully computed 100-point agency scorecard. Explore it, filter it, compare agencies side by side.
Take Me to the Data →Power BI Capability Demo
See a sample of Power BI dashboard development, including the agency scoring framework behind it.
FOIA Resources
Essential links for FOIA professionals and researchers
NexGen FOIA Tech Showcase 3.0
Innovative FOIA technology solutions from the Chief FOIA Officers Council's 2026 showcase.
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The FOIA Project
Comprehensive research and analysis on Freedom of Information Act implementation and trends.
Explore Project →
Sunshine Week
An annual celebration of open government and freedom of information, promoting transparency and public dialogue.
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Annual FOIA Reports
Official source data: Agency annual reports on FOIA processing, requests, and compliance metrics.
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Annual and Chief FOIA Officer Reports
Annual, Quarterly, Chief FOIA Officer Reports, and FOIA Litigation and Compliance Reports compiled by the DOJ.
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FY26 FOIA Hiring Toolkit
A new hiring toolkit published by the Chief FOIA Officers Council to support federal FOIA staffing efforts.
View Toolkit →
FOIA Advisor
A non-commercial forum launched in 2015 to help the public learn about federal FOIA and provide useful information to FOIA practitioners.
Visit FOIA Advisor →
NARA OGIS FOIA Resources
The FOIA ombudsman's resource library — mediation guidance, training materials, and best practices from the Office of Government Information Services.
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FOIA.gov Request Wizard
The official government tool for finding the right agency and submitting a FOIA request online.
Start a Request →
FOIA Ball
A scorecard-style project tracking and grading federal agency FOIA compliance and performance.
View FOIA Ball →NexGen FOIA Tech Showcase 3.0
Data Glass LLC's submission to the Chief FOIA Officers Council's showcase for innovative federal FOIA solutions
Official NexGen 3.0 Showcase Listing
Chief FOIA Officers Council — FOIA.gov
How I Can Help
FOIA Program Analytics
Understand your program's performance and position in the federal landscape.
- Extract meaningful insights from FOIA data and identify operational strengths and weaknesses
- Benchmark against peer agencies to understand where you stand and find improvement opportunities
Custom Reporting
Transform complex FOIA data into clear, actionable visualizations tailored to your needs.
- Automate recurring reports to save time, reduce errors, and ensure consistency
- Create custom dashboards and visualizations that make data accessible to all stakeholders
Strategic Intelligence
Anticipate trends and build data-driven cases for what your program needs.
- Use predictive analytics to forecast request volumes, processing times, and resource requirements
- Quantify accomplishments and create evidence-based justifications for budget and staffing requests
Technical Solutions
Streamline operations through automation and seamless data integration.
- Build custom APIs for integration with existing platforms and enterprise systems
- Automate workflows to eliminate manual processes and improve operational efficiency
Professional Experience & Education
A foundation built on federal service, education, and data expertise
Data Glass LLC
Federal FOIA Solutions | 2025–Present
Making federal FOIA data work for us through AI-enhanced analytics, advanced technical solutions, and data-powered intelligence that drives progress and transparency in our government.
Department of Veterans Affairs
Functional Analyst: Compliance Risk & Remediation | 2024–2026
Primary database administrator for VA's enterprise FOIA program, equipping VA stakeholders with data-driven decision-making tools and strengthening FOIA operational efficiency and organizational planning.
United States Army
Avionic Equipment Repairer | 2013–2017
Engaged in multinational exercises and supported missions with foreign allies, supporting operations across the globe.
American University
Kogod School of Business | Washington, D.C.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Key Coursework:
• School of Public Affairs: Public Affairs Advocacy Institute
• Database Management & Statistical Applications
• Data Modeling & Analysis
• Business Intelligence & Analytics
About Me
Thank you for visiting my website. I've had the privilege of working with the Veterans Affairs FOIA Office as a database administrator, Power BI developer, and data analyst. That experience gave me real insight into the challenges federal agencies face every day.
By leveraging the latest technology, I'm able to promote transparency of federal FOIA data and help agencies improve their operations to better serve the public. If you're facing a data challenge, I'd love to hear about it.
—Joel
Get In Touch
Have a question or want to connect? Send me a message and let's start the conversation.