Baumgärtner Named General Manager of Thetford GmbH – RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News
Thetford corporate officials announced that, effective Aug. 1, Matthias Baumgärtner will take up the position of General Manager of Thetford GmbH, according to a report by AboutCampBtoB.com, which covers the overseas RV industry. Baumgärtner, who has held a number of management positions at Felix Schoeller GmbH & Co. KG, will replace the retired Ralf Nießen.
Matthias Baumgärtner: “From the first interview, I felt at home within the Thetford organisation. I am very much looking forward to further develop the position of Thetford GmbH with my team, by strengthening our service and relationships at all levels of the business.” In this role Matthias Baumgärtner will report to Marie Boulanger, Thetford’s European Sales & Marketing Director. Matthias Baumgärtner will manage the German Thetford team and become part of the European Sales & Marketing Management team.
Marie Boulanger, Sales & Marketing Director Thetford Europe: “Ralf Nießen has been one of Thetford’s most iconic figures for about 30 years. His dedication, professionalism, and unique customer- focused approach to the RV industry have led to great success. Ralf leaves behind a legacy within Thetford that he can be proud of; therefore, finding a suitable replacement for his position has been a challenging task. I had an immediate click with Matthias and am convinced that he is a perfect fit for Thetford, as he carries the same values and has substantial professional experience in General Management positions. We are confident that Matthias will bring new vision and knowledge to our business.”
