Thom-Erik Pape has worked with autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) for almost 30 years, starting in a factory and working his way up to General Manager of Xella Norway. With persistence and persuasion, he and his small competent team have succeeded in a market that is almost exclusively wood-based.
For more than 11 years, Andrey Bashkatov has been shaping Xella’s business, whether managing operations in Eastern Europe or overseeing global licensing activities from Belgrade. In this interview, he talks about unpredictable markets, how a cold call marathon at the age of 18 still influences his work today and why boxing clears his head.
View moreBefore joining Xella as CTO South-West Europe, he managed industrial operations across three continents, played the blues and became a sommelier.
View moreCustomer focus, team spirit and a passion for change – Johannes Ochs, Head of Customer Services & Sales Support at Xella Germany, ensures a service that truly resonates. In this interview, he talks about responsibility, transformation, and why you can achieve more together.
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