Bauer Research Bauer is known to be one of the largest privately owned media companies in the world, with assets found all around the world. The company was founded in 1875, so far reaching 200 million consumers with around 15,000 employers across the 13 countries they currently operate in. In the UK, they are the No.1 Publisher and the No.1 Digital Commercial Audio broadcaster, providing entertainment to around 25 million consumers. Bauer use audience insight to gain a deeper understanding of their key demographics, focusing on the ever changing behaviours, values and attitudes. Because of this understanding, the company are always striving towards creating culture and diversity for both audiences and employees. In regards to magazine publishing, Bauer are the UK's biggest selling publisher, creating 'iconic and influential' magazine media brands for their 'diverse and passionate' audiences. Some of their brands include Angling Times, Closer, Grazia, Take A Break...