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Last Fiscal Year Sales:$3.2B
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International Data Group (IDG) is the world's leading technology media, events, and research company. IDG?s online network includes more than 450 web sites spanning business technology, consumer technology, digital entertainment and video games worldwide. IDG also publishes more than 300 magazines and newspapers in 85 countries. IDG's media brands include CIO, CSO, Computerworld, GamePro, InfoWorld, Macworld, Network World, and PC World. IDG?s lead-generation service, IDG Connect, matches technology companies with an audience of engaged, high-quality IT professionals, influencers, and decision makers. IDG is a leading producer of more than 750 technology-related events including Macworld Conference & Expo, LinuxWorld Conference & Expo, Entertainment for All Expo (E for All), DEMO, and IDC Directions. IDC, a subsidiary of IDG, is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events. Over 900 IDC analysts in more than 90 countries provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends.
Chief Executive Officer, IDG Communications Worldwide
Bob CarriganNumber of Employees 13,640
Contact Information
One Exeter Plaza
15th floor
Boston, Massachusetts 02116
617-534-1200
Peer Companies
NAICS Code Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities: 541720
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Business Contracts Kit for Dummies - Brief Article
A new book, Business Contracts Kit for Dummies (IDG Books, 2000) cuts through legalese and offers straightforward practical advice. Written by Richard D. Harroch, it is appropriate for anyone who has to deal with the often confusing world of legal contracts. The book offers advice on how to incorporate your...
IDG Books and Simplicity Pattern Company Sew Up Licensing Deal; Best Selling For Dummies How-To Brand Finds Common Thread In Mass Market Strategy
Business Editors/Publishing Writers FOSTER CITY, Calif.--BUSINESS WIRE--June 12, 2000 IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. (Nasdaq:IDGB), and Simplicity Pattern Co. announced today a licensing partnership that will bring IDGB's best-selling For DummiesR brand and its unique fun and easy how-to style to Simplicity Pattern Company, the most celebrated leader in...
ADVISORY/Understanding Technology the Easy Way
Business Editors, High-Tech Editors ADVISORY...for Tuesday NOTE TO EDITORS: MULTIMEDIA ASSETS AVAILABLE WITH THIS STORY INCLUDE Photo, Graphic and Logo --BUSINESS WIRE By combining engaging, full-color graphics with logical, easy-to-follow instruction, IDG Books' popular VisualTM brand has attracted a loyal following. Now, IDG Books Worldwide...
IDG Books Worldwide Announces Two Appointments; Violano to Head International and Content Licensing, Mikulich to Lead Strategic Brand Management
FOSTER CITY, Calif.--BUSINESS WIRE--Nov. 11, 1999-- IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. (Nasdaq:IDGB) has announced two new appointments aimed at expanding the company's international brand presence and sales network, and at consolidating the company's brand strategy for its print and online content. Michael Violano was appointed head of IDGB's International...
IDG Books Worldwide Enlists Ask Jeeves to Bring For Dummies Content to the Web
EMERYVILLE, Calif.--BUSINESS WIRE--Oct. 5, 1999-- IDG Books Worldwide Adopts Ask Jeeves' Corporate Question Answering Service To Power the Dummies Help Desk Ask Jeeves, Inc. (Nasdaq:ASKJ) today announced that IDG Books Worldwide (Nasdaq:IDGB) will use its Question Answering Service to offer consumers a faster and easier way to...
IDG Books Worldwide Completes $83 Million MGR Acquisition; Publisher gains 3,000 titles and popular brands like Frommer's Travel Guides
FOSTER CITY, Calif.--BUSINESS WIRE--Aug. 2, 1999-- IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. (Nasdaq: IDGB) today completed its acquisition of a portfolio of book and online brands from the Macmillan General Reference Group MGR of Pearson Education for $83 million. The acquisition includes such well-known brands as the Frommer'sR Travel Guides, Weight...
IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. to Acquire Macmillan General Reference Brands; Bestselling Publisher Adds Portfolio of Well-Known Book Brands
FOSTER CITY, Calif.--BUSINESS WIRE--June 30, 1998-- IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. (Nasdaq:IDGB) today announced it will acquire a portfolio of brands from the Macmillan General Reference Group MGR of Pearson Education through the purchase of all of the outstanding stock of MGR. IDGB is a global knowledge company whose diverse...
In a World Full of Technology Guides, `Dummies' Reigns.
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Apr. 18 -- John Kilcullen sensed he was onto something when he overheard a frustrated computer user tell a salesman he wanted a simple, understandable software primer, "Something like DOS for dummies." What he didn't foresee is...
Mark McGuire and Sammy Sosa on the Same Team? Anything is Possible with Fantasy Sports Online For Dummies
FOSTER CITY, Calif.--BW SportsWire--April 13, 1999-- Ever dreamed of owning your own professional sports team? Baseball, basketball, football, hockey -- no matter what sport you favor, you can find a Fantasy Sports league on the Internet where you can call the shots. To get the most out of Internet...
IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. to Acquire Cliffs Notes; Best-Selling Publisher Adds Another Name Brand
FOSTER CITY, Calif.--BUSINESS WIRE--Dec. 7, 1998--IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. (Nasdaq:IDGB), today announced it has signed a stock purchase agreement to acquire Cliffs Notes, a privately-held publisher of the popular literary study guides. IDGB is a global knowledge company whose diverse portfolio includes many best-selling book brands and computer-based learning...
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Decision Makers
| Name (plus bio) | Position |
|---|---|
| Bob Carrigan | Chief Executive Officer, IDG Communications Worldwide |
| Ted Bloom | CFO & Treasurer |
| Howard Sholkin | Director, Communicatons & Marketing Programs |
| Robert Blumstein | Director, CRM Analytics |
| Susanna Hinds | Manager, Corp Communications |
Board of Directors
| Name (plus bio) | Position |
|---|---|
| Patrick J. McGovern | Founder & Chairman |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IDG | CEO | Current |
| International Data Group | Chief Executive Officer, IDG Communications Worldwide | Current |
| Computerworld, Inc. | CIO and Cso | Current |
| American Business Media | Secretary | Current |
| Computerworld, Inc. | President and Chief Executive Officer | Former |
| IDG | President, Idg Communications | Former |
| CXO Media | CIO & CSO | Former |
| IDG Ventures | Senior Vice President | Former |
| AOL LLC | Senior Vice President, Interactive Marketing Group | Former |
| Boston University | Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| International Data Group | CFO & Treasurer | Current |
| Mediregs, Inc. | Director | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| International Data Group | Director, Communicatons & Marketing Programs | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IDC Central Europe | Marketing Director | Current |
| International Data Group | Director, CRM Analytics | Current |
| International Data Group | Director, CRM Analytics | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| International Data Group | Manager, Corp Communications | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IDG Ventures Management Company L.L.C. | Founder & Chairman | Current |
| International Data Group | Founder & Chairman | Current |
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