Forbes

Forbes is a leading American business media company, recognized for its flagship publication, *Forbes* magazine, which has been in circulation since 1917. Headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey, Forbes has established a strong reputation as one of the oldest and most influential business periodicals in the United States. The company is owned by Integrated Whale Media Investments and is led by Steve Forbes as chairman and editor-in-chief, with Sherry Phillips serving as CEO. Forbes publishes its magazine eight times a year and offers international editions in Asia and licensed versions in 27 countries. The company is well-known for its influential rankings, including the *Forbes 400*, *Forbes 30 Under 30*, and *The World’s Billionaires*. In addition to print, Forbes provides digital media content through its website, featuring news and analysis. The company also hosts various business and leadership events, connecting professionals and thought leaders in the industry. Its audience includes business executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers seeking in-depth analysis and insights into the business world.

Publishing Jersey City, United States Founded 1917 ~2,500 employees

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Employees
2,500
+0.6% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$103K
Revenue ~$258M
Total funding
$200M
Last round Feb 2022
12-month attrition
8.2%
Tech: 9.4%
H1B filings, FY2025
3
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
36
Last 30 days

Salaries at Forbes

All salaries

207 salary profiles in India

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · US salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering6
Design2
Marketing1
IT1
Operations1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2025 alone: 3 filings.

Funding

  • Feb 2022 · $200M · Binance
  • Mar 2016 · Equity Crowdfunding · $169K · Seedrs

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Forbes FAQ

How many employees does Forbes have?

Forbes has about 2,500 employees, up 0.6% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Forbes sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Forbes filed 3 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2025, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. The largest group was Design roles.

What is Forbes's revenue per employee?

Forbes makes about $103K in revenue per employee, based on $257.7M annual revenue and 2,500 employees.

How much does Forbes pay?

6figr has 207 salary profiles for Forbes in India and 14 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Forbes salaries page. See Forbes salaries in India

How much funding has Forbes raised?

Forbes has raised $200.24M in total funding.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.