Qurate Retail Group is a multi-channel retailer that operates at the intersection of broadcasting and ecommerce. Founded in 1986, the company pioneered live social shopping, evolving from a television shopping network into a global retail platform spanning television, streaming, and online commerce.
The company's portfolio includes QVC and HSN, two major television shopping networks, along with retail brands such as Ballard Designs, Frontgate, Garnet Hill, and Grandin Road. Its reach extends to over 200 million homes worldwide through 15 television networks, with operations across the U.S., U.K., Germany, Japan, Italy, Poland, and China. In February 2025, the company rebranded to sharpen its focus on streaming and social commerce growth.
Technical work at Qurate Retail Group spans video commerce, livestream shopping, streaming platforms, and ecommerce systems. Products like QVC+ and HSN+ represent the company's push into dedicated streaming experiences. The company's technology teams operate across retail, broadcasting, and social commerce verticals, supporting both live broadcast and digital shopping experiences at global scale.
