Mainburg's Wolf: Philip Krossa Assumes Role as Management Chairperson
Fresh Take:
In a recent shake-up, Dr. Thomas Kneip, the ex-CEO of Wolf GmbH, has parted ways with the company after handing over the reins to Philip Krossa. Kneip had led the company since 2016, steering it through strategic repositioning and driving impressive sales and profit growth. His departure comes after the successful sale of Wolf GmbH to the Ariston Group in 2023, where he played a key role in the integration process.
Interestingly, since early 2024, Kneip has been the Executive Vice President for the North-Central Europe region and the global lead for the Air Handling business segment for Ariston Group. Gabriele Montesi, who spearheaded the Wolf integration project with Kneip, is slated to take over this role in the future.
Transition Time:
As of July 1, 2025, there will be some changes in the management of Wolf. Gerdewan Jacobs will join the management board of Ariston Climate Systems GmbH as the Executive Vice President, overseeing the development and product management of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning product lines across the whole Ariston Group. Philip Krossa, who's been a board member responsible for the Wolf Heating Roof market organization since January 1, will step into the CEO role. Christian Amann will continue to represent the Operations area on the board. Marion Knipp, head of accounting, has been appointed as CFO.
Stay Informed:
While I found some information about Kneip's departure and interim roles, I couldn't find specific details about his current role and responsibilities within the Ariston Group after leaving the CEO position at Wolf GmbH. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it's best to check official announcements from the Ariston Group or reach out to them directly. If you have any other inquiries or need information on a related topic, just ask!
After departing from Wolf GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kneip has transitioned to a role within the finance sector of the industry, serving as the Executive Vice President for the Ariston Group. In the business realm, he oversees the Air Handling business segment and the North-Central Europe region for Ariston Group. However, the specifics about his current role and responsibilities within the Ariston Group - following his CEO tenure at Wolf GmbH - remain to be revealed. For clarification, it's advisable to refer to official announcements from the Ariston Group or contact them directly.
