Early Life and Education
Michael Pieper was born in 1946. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland.
Rise to Success
Pieper's career is largely defined by his ownership and leadership of the Artemis Group. The Artemis Group controls Franke, a company founded in 1911 and acquired by his father in 1975. Pieper took over as CEO of Franke in 1989. Franke specializes in kitchen appliances and has grown into a global leader under his guidance. Pieper stepped down as CEO of the Franke Group in 2012.
Key Business Strategies
Under Michael Pieper's leadership, Franke expanded its global presence, establishing operations across Europe, South America, North America, Africa, Australia, and Asia. Artemis Group also holds investments in Swiss industrial companies, real estate, and other ventures. Pieper has demonstrated an interest in strategic investments, including startup companies.
Philanthropy
Details on specific philanthropy initiatives and amounts are not readily available in the search results.