Coroplast Global | News | 17 Oct 2024 Apprentices in conversation with our CEO Natalie Mekelburger

Once again this year, our CEO and Chairwoman of the Board, Natalie Mekelburger, took the time to personally welcome our new apprentices and dual students to the Coroplast Group and to find out what motivates our young talents. They also had the opportunity to ask our CEO questions and get to know her better.

Coroplast Group: Where people shape the future

The fact that flat hierarchies and genuine interest in one another are not just a promise but a living corporate culture in our family-owned company was demonstrated at this year's get-together of the 20 new apprentices and dual students with our CEO Natalie Mekelburger, true to our company motto "Keeping you connected".

In the relaxed atmosphere of our lounge, lively conversations quickly developed. The apprentices from all areas of the company were delighted that the CEO took the time to listen to their questions and experiences in detail.

CEO Natalie Mekelburger and the new apprentices exchange ideas in a comfortable lounge atmosphere. — Learning from each other: In a relaxed atmosphere, our young talents and Natalie Mekelburger had a valuable exchange for both sides.

It is important to me to support employees from the very beginning to live a culture of free thinking and development. Training and developing young talent is also very important to me.
Natalie Mekelburger | President and CEO

The key to success: communication and shared learning

Did you always want to take over the company or did you want to do something else? What was the most difficult career decision you ever made? What qualities do you look for when hiring managers? Natalie Mekelburger answered these questions and many more – and gave the young employees useful tips and an important piece of advice: "Please ask lots of questions, there are no stupid questions. You will meet many highly competent colleagues here at the Coroplast Group who are happy to share their knowledge with you."

It is precisely this open dialog that characterizes our corporate culture. In addition to the many spontaneous encounters between employees from different departments, a culture of free thinking and development also includes regular exchange formats. These offer an excellent opportunity to share and exchange knowledge, experience and perspectives across hierarchical and generational boundaries.

Three of the participating apprentices listen to the presentation by CEO Natalie Mekelburger. — Good advice: The apprentices and dual students were encouraged by Natalie Mekelburger to ask their experienced colleagues lots of questions.

The conversation with Natalie Mekelburger showed me how important cooperation and open communication are for the Coroplast Group and for our joint success.
Matteo Ronsdorf | Dual Student