Gregory Oswald Appointed Managing Director for DACH Market at Franke Home Solutions

Gregory Oswald, previously Managing Director of the WESCO Group - which includes the berbel and WESCO brands - will assume responsibility for Franke Home Solutions in the DACH market and the Franke brand as of 1 February. The 45-year-old previously led the DACH organisation from 2022 to 2024 before he assumed leadership of the WESCO Group, which Franke acquired in September 2024. Until the responsibilities were reorganised, Corrado Mura, CEO/President of Franke Home Solutions since 1 January and former Vice President EMEA, managed the region on an interim basis. With the advanced integration of the WESCO Group into the division, the decision was made to lead the three brands under a single management team - an important foundation for closer collaboration while the brands continue to operate independently in the market.

Corrado Mura, CEO/President of Franke Home Solutions, emphasises: "Gregory Oswald's deep understanding of the DACH market as well as product management and brand leadership, which he built in key positions within Franke Home Solutions, is crucial for the further development of our organisation. Bringing the responsibility for all three brands under his leadership ensures continuity for our customers and employees and strengthens us during this important integration phase. His years of experience will help us optimise our capabilities and sustainably drive our growth."

Gregory Oswald is looking forward to the new challenge and underlines: "It is a significant task to develop the DACH organisation further alongside our new division leader Corrado Mura and a strong, committed team. Together, we will spare no effort in consistently pursuing our brand ambitions."

The Franke Group, headquartered in Aarburg, Switzerland, is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of solutions and equipment for domestic kitchens as well as for professional food service and coffee preparation. The company has a worldwide presence and employs approximately 7,700 people in 35 countries. Annual net sales amount to about 2.42 billion Swiss francs. Franke Group is part of the Artemis Group, Switzerland. More information at franke.com.

Franke Home Solutions is a division of the Franke Group and the world's leading provider of intelligent systems and solutions for private kitchens. The division operates globally with around 4,200 employees in over 30 countries, generating net sales of 932 million Swiss francs. Its product range covers all areas in the kitchen and beyond - from preparation and cooking to cleaning and disposal and air purification. Franke Home Solutions offers an unrestricted living experience - simple, hygienic, and eco-friendly. More information at franke.com.

Founded in 1962 and headquartered in Wettingen, Switzerland, the WESCO Group is a leading family-owned business specialising in extractor hoods and ventilation systems for kitchens, homes, offices, and schools. With about 280 employees at locations in Switzerland (WESCO AG), Germany (berbel Ablufttechnik GmbH), and Italy (Createc srl), the group generates net sales of 97 million Swiss francs. WESCO stands for high-quality extractor hoods and ventilation solutions "made for Switzerland," while berbel impresses with innovative products "made in Germany." The WESCO Group combines outstanding expertise in ventilation and design, standing for the highest quality, efficiency, and innovation.

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