Rosetta Stone Inc. · Arlington, VA United States ·(NYSE: RST)
Company Description
Phone: 540-432-6166
Fax: 540-432-0953
Toll Free: 800-280-8172
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This link will open in a new window Who needs translators when you have the Rosetta Stone? Founded in 1991, Rosetta Stone (formerly Fairfield Language Technologies) provides language-learning software via CD-ROM and the Internet. The company's Rosetta Stone Language Library combines educational techniques and interactive technologies to replicate the way children learn their native languages, helping users learn new languages more quickly and effectively. With customers in more than 150 countries, Rosetta Stone offers software for about 30 languages. Rosetta Stone filed for an IPO in September 2008. ABS Capital Partners owns 46% of the company, with Norwest Equity Partners holding a 30% stake. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key Rosetta Stone Inc. Financials
| Company Type | Public - NYSE: RST Headquarters |
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2008 Sales (mil.) | $209.4 |
| 2008 Employees | 1,218 |
Rosetta Stone Inc. Executives
24 executives listed for Rosetta Stone Inc.'s Arlington, VA location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Chairman | Laura Witt | Network |
| President, CEO, and Director | Tom Adams | Network |
| COO | Eric Eichmann | Network |
Competition
Competitive Landscape for Rosetta Stone Inc.
The US economy heavily influences business spending for software products. The success of programming companies depends heavily on strong technical expertise. The success of packaged-software companies depends on technical expertise and good marketing. Small software companies compete mainly by developing packaged products in small niches or producing custom products for individuals. Many small companies form alliances with larger ones to market their products. The packaged software industry is capital-intensive and highly automated, with average annual revenue per worker surpassing $400,000. The custom programming industry is labor-intensive: with average annual revenue per worker of about $115,000. To read the full description, subscribe now.Top Rosetta Stone Inc. Competitors
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