Forum Media Group GmbH
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Forum Media Group GmbH - overview
Established
1988
Location
-, -, Germany
Primary Industry
Media
About
Forum Media Group GmbH is a Germany-based company specializing in delivering high-quality information and tailored solutions through diverse educational products for decision-makers across various industries. Founded in 1988, Forum Media Group GmbH focuses on providing essential information and education to industry professionals. The CEO is Balanicka Magdalena, who leads the company in its mission. The firm operates its headquarters in Germany and has established offices globally to better serve its clientele.
Forum Media Group GmbH (FMG) specializes in providing high-quality information, education, and tailored solutions to decision-makers across various industries. The company offers a diverse range of products, including print publications like magazines, books, and loose-leaf works, alongside digital resources such as online platforms, premium memberships, podcasts, and videos. Their services extend to applications, seminars, awards, and events aimed at enhancing professional development and compliance in sectors like management, human resources, workplace safety, data protection, legal compliance, and finance. FMG caters to a global client base, serving professionals and organizations in Europe, Asia, North America, and Australia, addressing their specific needs for knowledge and support in operational challenges.
FMG generated revenue of EUR 118,658,634. 50 in 2022, with an EBITDA of EUR 13,775,562. 70. The company’s business model, which incorporates subscriptions and partnerships, allows it to provide access to valuable information and training resources tailored to operational needs, ensuring a steady income flow.
Forum Media Group GmbH is focusing on expanding its product offerings and enhancing its digital platforms to better serve a growing client base. The company is exploring opportunities to enter new markets in Asia and North America by the end of 2024, leveraging recent capital raised to support these initiatives.
Primary Industry
Media
Sub Industries
Recreational & Entertainment Facilities, Literary Publishing
Website
www.forum-media.com
Verticals
E-commerce
Total Amount Raised
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Forum Media Group GmbH - timeline of key events

Forum Media Group GmbH - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2010 | Dec 31, 2011 | Dec 31, 2012 | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 51,000,480.5 | 54,429,298 | 54,926,585.3 | 61,501,035 | 80,271,343.5 | 85,816,571.6 | 93,292,570.3 | 110,903,905.8 | 121,808,907.3 | 119,912,680.4 | 94,247,994.2 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | 6.7% | 0.9% | 12.0% | 30.5% | 6.9% | 8.7% | 18.9% | 9.8% | (1.6%) | (21.4%) | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 6,182,103.7 | 6,506,372.1 | 7,238,956.2 | 6,998,313.6 | 9,267,086.9 | 10,903,419.6 | 10,880,763.9 | 14,152,362.4 | 15,329,468.1 | 12,479,882.8 | 9,400,647.5 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 4,020,103.7 | 4,510,372.1 | 5,631,956.2 | 5,498,313.6 | 5,935,086.9 | 7,121,419.6 | 6,233,763.9 | 7,864,362.4 | 7,737,468.1 | 5,199,882.8 | 1,797,647.5 | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 7.9% | 8.3% | 10.3% | 8.9% | 7.4% | 8.3% | 6.7% | 7.1% | 6.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 12.1% | 12.0% | 13.2% | 11.4% | 11.5% | 12.7% | 11.7% | 12.8% | 12.6% | 10.4% | 10.0% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 2,731,176.8 | 2,986,746.9 | 3,535,893.6 | 3,781,011.9 | 4,434,206.1 | 4,866,845.6 | 3,959,695.8 | 4,664,773.9 | 4,339,603.5 | 2,997,450.2 | 117,448.7 | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 5.4% | 5.5% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 5.5% | 5.7% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 0.1% | - | - | - |
Forum Media Group GmbH - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Sale | Completed | NextMedia | - |
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Forum Media Group GmbH - employee data


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