STRATEGY. CREATIVE. VISIBILITY.
AT A HIGHER STANDARD.
Raize is a full-service agency rooted in years of B2B + B2C marketing and public relations expertise, thoughtfully crafting and providing companies of all sizes with brand presence and distinction within the ever-changing cannabis industry and its ancillary businesses.
Emerging industries can represent exciting opportunities, but often bring much confusion for consumers and business owners. Creating clarity and intention is paramount.
Meet Raize.
DIFFERENTIATE + PROLIFERATE YOUR BRAND.
This industry is rapidly evolving. We clear the noise and deliver strategic and creative solutions that make the most sense for your business. Launching and managing our own marketing and PR agencies for over a decade—working in emerging and global industries—we know how to handle moving targets better than anyone—and get results.
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About Jennifer Rahn
Marketing Advisor
With 25+ years of professional experience in marketing communications, Jen’s roles are primarily rooted in brand messaging, strategy and creative direction. She founded and managed Rezonant, a marketing services agency based in Denver, CO for almost 20 years. With a streamlined, down-to-earth style and experience across a variety of industries, she works to establish brand clarity, and then leads marketing planning, creative work and strategy implementation.
Over her career, Jen has always brought a unique set of strengths in communications—writing, visual arts, and relationships—to positions in both agency and client settings. Along the way, she found her balance of what works and what doesn’t for the plight of both sides. As someone who is truly right- and left-brained–there is always a pragmatic yin to her innate creative yang.
With experience in many industries—such as technology (software and CE), finance, real estate, entertainment, retail, restaurant, fitness, and professional services—in companies large and small, Jen consistently delivers thoughtfully simple strategies that fuel each creative endeavor.
Jen has a B.A. in Communication, magna cum laude, along with minors in Art History and Visual Arts, from Rutgers College, Rutgers University. She lives in Denver, CO.
About Roberta Tsang
RTPR, LLC
With 25+ years of professional experience in PR and marketing communications, Roberta has cultivated a wide range of expertise in managing all aspects of high-profile client needs. She attributes a successful track record to maintaining a strategic, yet flexible, creative and results-driven approach.
A seasoned generalist working across multiple industries, Roberta has extensive experience and knowledge of consumer and lifestyle brands, B2B and B2C, fintech, blockchain and cryptocurrency, as well as entertainment and sports.
Starting out in a corporate environment, she transitioned to a boutique agency where she held key posts managing major accounts, including Amazon.com, Showtime Networks, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (AMPAS), Toshiba, Bose, WTA, among others.
She has worked as a full-time consultant since launching RTPR in 2005 and provides strategic counsel and PR support for clients in North America, Europe and Asia. This includes AXEL, Toyota Mobility Foundation, Suite 420 Solutions, Monster Products, Chargebee, Altimetrik, Gibraltar Business Capital, LinkedIn, World Kitchen, The World's 50 Best Restaurants, among many other SMEs and projects.
Roberta holds a B.A. in Communications from New York University and resides in New York City and Las Vegas, NV.
About Johanna Ramos-Boyer
JRB Communications
Johanna Ramos-Boyer has worked in communications and publicity for more than 25 years, starting in the Clinton White House in 1993, then transitioning to the communications departments for Secretary Ron Brown, U.S. Department of Commerce, and Secretary Dan Glickman, U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Johanna has extensive experience in developing publicity efforts and media strategy for corporate, non-profit and publishing clients. A seasoned professional, she has knowledge of the technology industry, government affairs, documentary and feature television production and programming, product launches, non-fiction, fiction and children’s publishing, and public relations for non-profit organizations.
Since 2003, Johanna has worked across many industries and clients including the National Geographic Channel, AXS TV, getTV, W.W. Norton, Simon & Schuster, Hachette, Yale University Press, Penguin Putnam, Crown, and Knopf. No project is ever the same and clients turn to her for product launches, publicity for authors or tech and science experts, and strategic advice.
Johanna earned her master’s degree in Political Management from George Washington University, and her B.S. in International Politics at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service. She lives in the Washington, DC metro area with her husband and two sons.
About Steve Angiolino
Broadcast Media Specialist
Steve brings more than 20 years of experience in broadcast media services. Most recently, he served as head of the broadcast department for a leading NYC boutique PR agency, working on a wide range of client projects.
He has spearheaded projects in a variety of industries including media outreach efforts, satellite media tours, B-roll packages, corporate videos, PSAs, event support, and editing and post-production services. From major conferences and trade shows, to national landmarks, athletic events and lifestyle segments, he approaches each assignment with both a creative and strategic vision.
His hands-on experience, extensive technical knowledge and years of experience working with both private and public sector clients, always ensures a comprehensive job well done.
Steve graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from Arizona State University. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and two children.