In Egmont, we have always contributed to the community we are part of. We bring stories to life through TV, film, games, books, magazines and more, and at the same time, we support children and youth at risk in pursuing a good life.
Egmont was founded by Egmont Harald Petersen in 1878. As a boy, he changed his life story when, against all odds, he established a printing company and began to bring stories out into the world. More than 140 years later, this is still what we do at Egmont: We bring stories to life.
Our stories matter to people and society. From the entertaining to the in-depth, from paper to screen, from 24/7 news to Oscar-winning films. We are driven by stories that touch the heart, enlighten, educate, inspire, create community and push for change.
With a strong entrepreneurial DNA, we are constantly looking for new ways to tell stories. Today we have more than 50 companies and brands across books, TV, magazines, films, games, cinemas, education, e-commerce and agencies.
Our own story is about taking responsibility and giving back to society. As an enterprise foundation, we have used part of our profits to help others for more than 100 years. It is written in our deed of foundation and helps to make our work meaningful. Today, we spend around DKK 100 million a year on supporting children and young people in being able to complete an education and create a good life. And we will continue to do so.
Focus areas
Values
At Egmont, we share three core values that express who we are, what we stand for and how we work.
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Rummelig
Rummelig is a Danish concept capturing a sense of broadness – in perspective, tolerance, willingness to think new thoughts and break new ground. We tell a world of stories in every medium imaginable. This diversity embodies an openness to everything new, and flexibility to embrace different cultures and personalities.
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Passion
We care passionately about what we do. We love to create and tell stories – in the best way possible to as many people as possible. Our passion lies at the heart of all that we do.
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Ambition
We are commercially minded. We are here to achieve results, both on the bottom line and within the media industry. We are ambitious about setting goals and dedicated to seeing them through to completion. Our determination to win is greater than our fear of losing.