As a global company, Edelman strives to employ a workforce that reflects the diversity of the world in which we live and work. We do this not only because, as a “business imperative,” it’s the best strategy, but because it is, simply put, the right thing to do.

We recognize that to serve our growing roster of clients who are themselves international in nature we must identify with the world from a variety of perspectives, including locally, regionally, and globally. While Edelman is relatively modest in size, our approximately 3,600 employees work in 53 cities across 27 countries on five continents, bringing not only much-needed diversity to our efforts, but a diverse understanding of the complexities of the world, its cultures, markets, and issues. We actively seek to hire and promote individuals from varied heritages, continuously educate and mentor our employees, and nurture a culture where diversity is valued and expected.    Our belief in the value of a diverse workforce is evident in our 15 U.S. offices, each of which reflects the country’s increasingly diverse demographic; today, approximately 21 percent of our employees in the U.S. are from racially diverse backgrounds, and 72 percent are women. In addition, we benefit by building partnerships with community organizations and minority- and women-owned businesses.