Bertelsmann Group

The Bertelsmann Group (Bertelsmann AG) is a global leader in media and services and a Fortune 500 company, originating from C. BertelsmannVerlag, founded by Carl Bertelsmann on July 1, 1835 in Gütersloh, which initially focused on the publication of theological books and journals. It publishes theological books and magazines and is headquartered at 270 Carl Bertelsmann Strasse 33311 in Gütersloh, Germany. The group's main activities include television, books, magazines, services, music record distribution, and press clubs; members of the group include the RTL Group, Random House, G+J, BMG, Arvato, and the DirectGroup. DirectGroup.)