About us
Our heart beats for what we have been doing professionally for 30 years: Information – Education – Solutions.
Our History
The FORUM MEDIA GROUP has developed from a small start-up founded in 1988 into a global media group with more than 1,000 employees on four continents.
Our Philosophy
Our Management
The management of the FORUM MEDIA GROUP is the responsibility of a dual leadership consisting of CEO and CFO/COO as well as the Board of Directors. The management is also supported by an advisory board, headed by company founder Ronald Herkert.
Magdalena Balanicka
CEO
Responsible for the strategic direction of the group
Katrin Krauß-Herkert
CFO/COO
Responsible for Finance, IT, HR and Communication
Ronald
Herkert
Chairman of the Advisory Board
Company founder of FORUM MEDIA GROUP
News
Read our latest press releases and find out more about our company.
September 25, 2026
What should a cover letter, résumé, and supporting documents look like to make a strong impression? What are some common mistakes to avoid during the application process? And what matters [...]
September 4, 2026
The first day of training marks the beginning of a new, formative chapter in young people’s lives: They take on responsibility, discover their strengths, and grow both as individuals and [...]
July 21, 2026
What is everyday work like at a media company, and how do the editorial departments operate there? The members of the student newspaper of the Rudolf Diesel High School in [...]