Benjamin Rahn

Founder & Director @ActBlue

Left my physics PhD work at Caltech to found ActBlue, now the largest source of funds for Democratic candidates up and down the ballot with $12 billion raised as of January 2024.As president, grew team from two founders to eight employees. Created and marketed novel online fundraising technology used by political organizations, campaigns and grassroots activists. Built relationships with funders, organizational leaders, media, and influentials in the political and political technology sectors. Continue to serve on board, advise chair and CEO.Press coverage: http://nyti.ms/actblue-2007