1914-1949
A self-employed eighteen-year old? This is still rather unusual even in today’s world. Back in 1914, when Selma Schmidt set up her own business, it was almost unheard of. See more1950-1969
When he returned home in 1949, Waldemar Kämper had seen six years of war and two years as a prisoner. Thanks to his mother’s skill, he was able to take over the company and continue to manage it. See more1970-1991
In 1970 Rainer Kämper takes over the company. He fundamentally changes the company’s strategy - and manages rapid corporate growth.See more
1992-2014
In 1992, Matthias Kämper, the son of Rainer and Ingelore Kämper, joined the company, and is the fourth generation of the family to run it.See more