Your Partner
For Impact
Let’s redefine what’s possible.
Raben At a Glance
Delivering uncommon expertise and outside-of-the-box solutions in public policy, strategic communications, and organizational consulting.
- 6LocationsWe're primed for growth into more states
- 100+ChangemakersProof that a diverse group of people can excel at changing systems
- #1Minority Firm
- 20+YearsFueled by insightful strategy, creative tactics, and plain old hustle
Driven By Our Values
Our talented and passionate team champions diversity, equity, and justice as core values that ignite our mission for impactful change in corporate, nonprofit, government, and foundation work. These values are not just words on a page; they are guiding principles that are embedded into our culture and client interactions.
A Transformative Approach
At Raben, our work isn’t simply transactional; we are driven to build lasting relationships centered around shared values and a collective vision for a better world.
We lead by example, going above and beyond to support our clients' goals. Our work to change cultural narratives, build coalitions, and fill unmet needs in society is helping to shift the faces of power and influence in America.
We’ve chosen client services as the manner through which we pursue our vision for a more equitable, just and fair America, because we’ve found this platform to be an effective means to engage the levers of power in our society — government, business, nonprofits, and philanthropy.
Hard Work & Humor
While we take our work seriously, we are not your average stuffy "suits." Behind our game-changing initiatives and groundbreaking campaigns, lies a team with a wicked sense of humor. While dropping truth bombs can quickly move the needle, we’ve also seen how a well-timed punchline can effectively break down barriers and keep us kind.
It’s this balance of hard work, humor, and humanity that helps us to find common ground among people who think they disagree, and change the way that power is distributed in leadership, government, and business.
From One to Number 1
2002
Established in 2002 by Robert Raben, a former assistant attorney general, Raben began as a solo venture driven by a passion for impactful work.
Two Decades of Growth
Fueled by insightful strategy, creative tactics, and plain old hustle, the firm rapidly expanded, attracting talented professionals who shared a commitment to building a different kind of agency — one rooted in justice and equity, rather than mere profit and transactions.
Today
Today, Raben stands as the largest majority-minority public affairs firm in the nation. Our client portfolio ranges from small, start-up nonprofits to some of the world’s biggest global corporations and foundations.
Strength in Diversity
Nearly 100% of our team holds one or more of the following identities; woman, person-of-color, LGBTQ+, person with a disability, religious minority or immigrant.
The Raben team proves that a diverse group of people from marginalized backgrounds can thrive at the highest levels of excellence, through commitment, deep thinking, a love of learning, creativity, and hard work.
Focused on Impact
Our extensive networks and deep advocacy roots within LGBTQ communities and communities of color — combined with our experience in politics and media — pave the way to unlock possibilities for real change.
We're dedicated to amplifying the power of forward-thinking leaders and organizations, fostering equity across sectors, and championing underrepresented communities. Our mission is to make corporations and philanthropies more equitable, organizations more inclusive, and to spearhead initiatives that bridge societal gaps.
We stand by our commitment to:
- Multiply impact
- Diversify representation
- Strengthen communities
- Channel resources effectively
- Create new avenues of influence
Our Values
These non-negotiables set us apart.
Strategy
We identify and design impactful, forward-thinking solutions that drive both our clients’ and our own mission forward. We help others understand the difference between strategy and tactics. Our strategic approach drives progressive change, ensuring that each action contributes to transformational and systemic change.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of honesty, accountability, and transparency in all interactions. Rooted in truth, we foster trust within our team and with our clients through consistent, principled action and responsible stewardship.
Equity
We are dedicated to creating spaces where all voices are welcomed, valued, and empowered within our team and beyond. Our generosity fuels our commitment to shifting power to historically marginalized communities, acknowledging and repairing the barriers, oppression, and harm. Our work honors the visionary spirit of change-makers across generations, ensuring everyone has a voice in shaping the future.
Compassion
We demonstrate a culture rooted in humanity, empathy, respect, authenticity, and genuine care. By embracing kindness, we cultivate trust and deep connections with each other, our clients, partners, and communities.
Humor
We take our work seriously, but not ourselves (well, not too much). With a shared sense of humor, we bring joy and resilience to our efforts. Embracing joy keeps our spirits high as we work to shift power and drive change together.
