Stories

Graepel’s success is the sum of its employees’ stories. Here, we share how people at Graepel grow, forge their own paths, and make a difference together. We take a look behind the scenes, offer insights into our day-to-day work, and highlight what makes us unique as a company.

Growing step by step – my story at Graepel

From starting out as a welder to taking on a leadership role in quality management: a personal story about growth, trust, and the determination to seize opportunities.

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We started with zero expectations

Mark Zumdohme built Graepel North America from a one-man office in Omaha into a manufacturing company with 65 employees. He remains President & CEO to this day. A conversation about bold decisions, Nebraska, and letting go as a leadership principle.

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