We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Christoph Seifert as President of TAKRAF USA Inc. and Board Director of TAKRAF Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. In this role, Christoph reports directly to TAKRAF Group CEO Thomas Jabs.
Christoph succeeds Steffen Gjorvad, who will remain part of the TAKRAF USA management team in a new role.
With a proven track record in business strategy, market expansion and technical innovation, Christoph brings more than two decades of leadership experience in the capital goods, energy and material handling industries. His previous positions include Managing Director at Schade Lagertechnik GmbH (Aumund Group), Chief Customer Officer for Wind Power at ZF Group and Senior Vice President for Renewable Energy at Bosch Rexroth.
“I have always been impressed by TAKRAF’s comprehensive product portfolio and international footprint in the mining and material handling sectors,” Christoph shared. “I am proud to join the TAKRAF USA team and look forward to working together to achieve profitable growth - both in new equipment projects and in expanding our after-sales business.”
Christoph’s career has taken him around the globe. Early in his professional journey, he lived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, while he was site manager of a combined cycle power plant project. He has since traveled to over 80 countries in various sales and leadership roles.
TAKRAF Group CEO Thomas Jabs commented: “We are delighted to welcome Christoph to our leadership team. His strategic mindset, international experience and passion for innovation make him an ideal fit for this role. I would also like to thank Steffen Gjorvad for his dedicated leadership over the past eight years and for his continued commitment to our company’s growth.”
Christoph’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for TAKRAF USA and Mexico as the teams continue to build on their strong foundations and drive forward into the future.
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