Konsumgenossenschaft Berlin

KONSUM BERLIN describes itself as one of Germany's most tradition-rich consumer cooperatives and as an important social and economic part of Berlin, sustainably anchored in its region. Founded in 1899, it states that community, cohesion and responsibility for one another have been central values since its founding, and that it promotes its members and the community economically, socially and culturally. Its stated purpose includes developing, administering and managing cooperative-owned real estate, brokering purchasing advantages for goods and/or services for its members, and providing administrative services for third parties. Membership is offered at a one-time fee of €25 per share.

KONSUM BERLIN was founded on 28 June 1899 as Konsumverein Berlin-Nord. The organization, renamed Konsumgenossenschaft Berlin und Umgegend eG, acquired the property at Josef-Orlopp-Straße 32-36 in Berlin-Lichtenberg in 1909. Shortly before the First World War, an administrative building was handed over there and is still used today as the company headquarters. After reconstruction in 1945, the cooperative's existence was again threatened in 2003 when effects of the financial market crisis reached it; after having to part with some very good properties, it emerged from insolvency in 2007 following efforts by the cooperative's bodies and the engagement of its employees.

One of Germany's most tradition-rich consumer cooperatives, anchored in Berlin and committed to promoting its members and the community.

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