Companies

Edelman is the largest independent global strategic communications firm, founded in 1952. Headquartered in New York City, with a co-headquarters in Chicago, the company operates over 60 offices across 28 countries and employs approximately 6,400 people. It specializes in public relations, strategic communications, and marketing consultancy. The firm offers integrated communications strategies across nearly 30 practice areas, including brand management, financial communications, healthcare, technology, and public affairs. Edelman utilizes its proprietary methodology, Convergence, to combine industry knowledge and creativity to influence attitudes and behaviors. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including major global corporations in sectors such as retail, technology, finance, and energy, with about 40% of its business conducted outside the U.S. As a family-run business, Edelman is committed to evolving and protecting client reputations through innovative, data-driven communications.