Publications
Publications
- October 2015
- HBS Case Collection
The National Geographic Society (B)
By: David A. Garvin
Abstract
This case was written as an update to the case "The National Geographic Society," HBS No. 311-002, published in 2011. The (B) case describes the 2015 creation of National Geographic Partners, a for-profit joint venture between the National Geographic Society and 21st Century Fox. It describes the basic structure and terms of the deal as well as diverse reactions to it.
Keywords
Business Model; Information Publishing; Leadership Style; Leading Change; Growth and Development Strategy; Managerial Roles; Organizational Change and Adaptation; Organizational Culture; Organizational Structure; Internet; Publishing Industry; Media and Broadcasting Industry
Citation
Garvin, David A. "The National Geographic Society (B) ." Harvard Business School Supplement 316-084, October 2015.