The Timeline

In over a century of corporate history, lots of things have been collected: images, files, balance sheets and destinies. The most interesting of these have found their way into this timeline - and build up a picture of a family that has had to bear much, but that has also achieved much.

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 more

1950-1969

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 more

1970-1991

In 1970 Rainer Kämper takes over the company. He fundamentally changes the company’s strategy - and manages rapid corporate growth.

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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.

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