One innovative idea goes a long way.
A network that televises sports 24/7? Three decades ago, Bill Rasmussen’s idea might have sounded absurd. Well, he not only did it – he pioneered the industry. And ESPN hasn’t looked back since. Some 30 years ago, ESPN became the first sports network to televise complete sports coverage. Today, we’re a leader in multimedia sports entertainment with over 50 business assets, televising 65 sports in 16 languages in more than 200 countries. That’s more than a winning business model. That’s determination, hard work, great ideas and a company filled with professionals who strive for glory.
Fast Company named ESPN No. 16 in its 2011 list of the 50 Most Innovative Companies. According to a March 2011 article by the Wall Street Journal, The Walt Disney Company (of which ESPN is a segment) was named the No. 3 most desirable employer in a study of young professionals.
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