The Virgin Group was founded by Richard Branson in 1979 . Virgin Magazine , founded by Branson at 16 , was added to the group . Today Virgin has more than 200 brands in a range of industries .
The Virgin Group was founded by Richard Branson in 1970 . Student Magazine , started by Branson at 16 , was forerunner to the group . Today Virgin has more than 200 companies in a range of industries .