Bertelsmann Group, founded in 1835, is one of the four media giants in the world, including six subgroups: Bertelsmann Direct Group, which has 55 million members worldwide (becoming the first choice for global customers and subscribers to buy media and entertainment products); The largest TV broadcasting group in Europe-RTL Group (with 23 TV stations, 17 radio stations, a large number of program contents and the largest independent TV distributor outside the United States, etc.). ); The largest book publishing group in the world-Random House (with more than 150 publishing houses in the world); Gunnar, the largest magazine publishing group in Europe and the second in the world (with more than 100 newspapers, magazines and professional websites); Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG), the world leader in music and industrial information market, is the number one single record publishing company in the United States (there are more than 200 record companies in the world); ——Ovit Service Group, the largest media service provider in Europe, owns the second largest CD manufacturer in the world and the largest CD-ROM manufacturer in Europe, leading printing companies in Europe, call centers, data management and customer relationship management companies. ).)

Bertelsmann produces media content, provides media services and sells media products. Our content comes from ——RTL Group, the largest TV broadcasting group in Europe. Random House, the world's largest book publishing group; ——Gunnar；, the largest magazine publishing company in Europe; BMG (Bertelsmann Music Group), including Sony BMG Music Entertainment Company and BMG Music Distribution Company. Ovit provides media services, while Bertelsmann Direct Group is far ahead in the global market by selling media products and services through clubs and online businesses.

structure

Bertelsmann produces, serves and markets media. Our content is provided by the European broadcasting company RTL GroupNo. 1; Random House, the largest book publishing group in the world; Gruner+Jahr, the largest magazine publisher in Europe; And BMG, which holds a joint venture stake in Sony BMG Music Entertainment, the world's second largest music company. Arvato provides media and communication services, while Direct Group is a global market leader in media distribution through clubs and the Internet.

Facts and figures:

scope of business

Radio and television; Book publishing; Magazine and newspaper publishing; Music recording and distribution; print

Brush media services; Book and Music Club

group member

RTL Group (Luxemburg), Random House (new york), Gunnar (Hamburg), BMG (new york), Everett (gueterslow) and Direct Group (gueterslow).

Management hierarchy

Gunter Tyrone (Chairman and CEO)

Thomas Rabe (Chief Financial Officer, Chairman of BMG)

Comborn (Gonyar)

Peter Olson (Random House)

Alkhatim Ostrovschi (Ovett)

Ewald Walgenbach (direct group)

Gerhard Zeiler (RTL Group)

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Bertelsmann group

270 Karl Bertelsmann Street

333 1 1 gueterslow

Germany

shareholder

Shareholders: Bertelsmann Foundation (76.9%) and Moen Family (23. 1%).

Distribution country

Bertelsmann operates in 63 countries around the world.

Number of employees

97, 132 (as of 2006, 65438+February, 3 1)

Income status *

654.38+09.3 billion euros

Revenue status (by business category):

Reeducation through labor group: 28.3%; Random House: 9.8%

Gunnar:14.4%; BMG: 10. 1%

Ovit: 23.0; Direct group: 13.4%

Income status (by region):

United States:19.7%; Germany: 30.6%

Europe (except Germany): 44. 1%

Other countries: 5.6%

* Income data are from FY2006.

market position

Bertelsmann is the most international media group in the world.

Bertelsmann's Corporate Responsibility

Bertelsmann's enterprise spirit is formulated on the basis of the company's articles of association, which embodies the goals and basic values of all Bertelsmann employees, managers and shareholders. Our manager has the responsibility to promote this and set an example. Bertelsmann's enterprise spirit reflects the unanimous will of all members at present, and will be evaluated, revised and improved in practice.

Our mission

As an international media group, Bertelsmann enriches people's daily life by providing information, entertainment and media services. We are determined to contribute to the development of society, strive to be the best in the same industry, and realize the corresponding return on capital to ensure the sustainable growth of our business. Our business focuses on content innovation and customer relations. We also strive to create a fair and positive working environment for employees and commit ourselves to the sustainable development of the company.

Our core values

partnership

Bertelsmann's corporate culture is based on the mutually beneficial partnership between employees and enterprises. Those employees who are proactive and agree with corporate values are the driving force for Bertelsmann to ensure quality, efficiency, creativity and development. This partnership is characterized by mutual trust, respect and authorization, giving employees full autonomy to give full play to their advantages, enabling employees to obtain comprehensive information, participate in decision-making and enjoy the joy of company success. We are committed to the career development of our employees and seek long-term job opportunities.

entrepreneurship

The principle of decentralized management is the core of Bertelsmann's management guiding ideology. It enables employees to work flexibly, have a sense of responsibility, create high efficiency and operate independently. Entrepreneurial managers manage Bertelsmann's various businesses: they enjoy complete independence and are fully responsible for the performance of their own companies. The leaders of our businesses not only care about the interests of their own companies, but also have the obligation to take into account the overall interests of the group.

Freedom of creation

We have created a talent home for artists, writers and other creative talents in all business fields. Help them achieve both creative and commercial success. Globally, we are committed to protecting intellectual property rights, advocating freedom of art and thought, defending democracy and human rights, and respecting traditional and cultural values. Therefore, the content of our publicity reflects a wide range of views and opinions. Starting from the needs and interests of customers, continuous improvement and innovation are the cornerstones of our success in the field of media services and content.

Social obligation

Bertelsmann Publishing Company; BVG) holds the overwhelming majority of voting rights, which ensures Bertelsmann's independence as an enterprise entity and the sustainable development of its business. Our shareholders believe that property ownership is accompanied by obligations to society. They firmly believe that in the market economy environment, the legitimacy of enterprises comes from their valuable contributions to society. Bertelsmann base (invested by most Bertelsmann shares)

The work of the foundation also follows this principle. Our business operations strictly abide by the law, follow good business ethics, and actively benefit social and environmental undertakings.

Our commitment

We hope that all employees, managers and shareholders of Bertelsmann are committed to realizing the company's mission and core values.

The brand of this enterprise ranks 236th among the top 500 brands in the world in 2006 compiled by the World Brand Lab. This enterprise ranked 28th1in the Fortune Global 500 in 2007.