Bertelsmann
Bertelsmann SE & Co: A global German media company offering broadcasting, publishing, and education services.
Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA is a global German media, services, and education company headquartered in Gütersloh, Germany. Founded by Carl Bertelsmann in 1835, the company offers a diverse range of products and services, including broadcasting, publishing, cable television, film production, and multimedia products. Bertelsmann serves customers worldwide, focusing on delivering high-quality content across various media platforms.
Bertelsmann has achieved significant milestones, generating €20.245 billion in revenue in 2022. Key figures include Thomas Rabe as Chairman and CEO, Christoph Mohn as Chairman of the Supervisory Board, and Elisabeth Mohn as Vice-chair of the board. The company has made a substantial impact on the global media landscape through its innovative offerings and extensive reach.
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Quick Facts
Who are Bertelsmann's competitors?
Companies similar to Bertelsmann include Burda, Axel Springer Digital Ventures, Trusted Media Brands and ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE.
When was Bertelsmann founded?
Bertelsmann was founded in 1835.
Where is Bertelsmann's headquarters located?
Bertelsmann's headquarters is located in Gütersloh, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE.
How many employees does Bertelsmann have?
Bertelsmann has 164,691 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.
Classification
- Geographic Exposure
- Global
- Model
- Customer
- Main Product
- Tags
- NAICS
- 513100Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers
- 513130Book Publishers
- 510000Information
- 513000Publishing Industries
- SIC
- 2700Printing, Publishing, And Allied Industries
- 2730Books
- 2731Books: Publishing, Or Publishing And Printing
- ISIC
- 1811Printing
- 3290Other manufacturing n.e.c.
- 5210Warehousing and storage
- 6202Computer consultancy and computer facilities management activities
- 7010Activities of head offices
- 7310Advertising
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- NAICS
- 513120Periodical Publishers
- 516000Broadcasting and Content Providers
- 516100Radio and Television Broadcasting Stations
- 550000Management of Companies and Enterprises
- 551000Management of Companies and Enterprises
- 551100Management of Companies and Enterprises
- 551110Management of Companies and Enterprises
- 551114Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices
- SIC
- 2740Miscellaneous Publishing
- 4830Radio And Television Broadcasting Stations
- 4800Communications
- 7300Business Services
- 7310Advertising
- 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives