Baker & Taylor Shuts Down, 318 Employees Laid Off in Illinois
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What we know
Location: Illinois, USA.
Based on news reporting.
Summary
Baker & Taylor, a publisher based in Illinois, has announced its shutdown, resulting in the layoff of 318 employees. This decision marks a significant reduction in the company's workforce as it ceases operations. The layoffs have already taken place, impacting a substantial number of workers in the region. The closure reflects broader challenges faced by the company in the publishing industry. The exact reasons for the shutdown were not detailed, but it highlights the ongoing struggles within the sector.
Baker & Taylor cut 318 jobs in IL as of October 16, 2025.
That is roughly 12.2% of the 2,600 people Baker & Taylor employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 13 layoff events at Baker & Taylor since October 2023, including 674 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 10 additional events known from news reporting.
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