Axel Oberwelland

Axel Oberwelland (born 1 August 1966) is a German billionaire heir and businessman, the owner of the confectionery manufacturer August Storck, founded by his eponymous great-grandfather in 1903.[1] The company is best known for its brands Werther's Original, Riesen and Toffifee.

Axel Oberwelland
Born (1966-08-01) 1 August 1966
Bielefeld, Germany
EducationUniversity of St. Gallen
Known forOwner, August Storck
Net worthUS$4.9 billion (January 2021)[1]
TitleCEO, August Storck
Term2003-
Spouse(s)Bergit Oberwelland
Children4

Early life

Axel Oberwelland was born on 1 August 1966 in Bielefeld,[2][3] the son of Klaus Oberwelland.[1]

He went to high school in Bielefeld, followed by a boarding school near St. Moritz, Switzerland, and then studied business at the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland.[3]

Career

He has led the company since his father Klaus Oberwelland retired in 2003, to coincide with the company's centenary.[1]

In April 2018, his net worth was estimated at $3.9 billion.[1]

Personal life

He is married to Bergit Oberwelland, with four children, and lives in Berlin, Germany.[1][3]

References
  1. "Forbes profile: Axel Oberwelland". forbes.com. Retrieved 28 January 2021.
  2. "Süßwarenhersteller: Das bittere Nasch-Erbe von Storck-Chef Axel Oberwelland". wiwo.de. Retrieved 2016-09-10.
  3. "Bloomberg Billionaires Index: Axel Oberwelland". Bloomberg LP. Retrieved 21 April 2018.


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