In order to provide the best possible support, these activities have been brought together at TFL under the position of ‘Head of New Business Development/Industry Relations’.
This position was previously held by Dr Dietrich Tegtmeyer, who retired on 1 October 2024. His successor is Dr Volker Rabe, who will take over these responsibilities in the future.
Dr Volker Rabe has been associated with the leather industry since his childhood, as his family ran a tannery for over 130 years.
He has held various positions within TFL and its predecessor companies since 2012. After completing his PhD in Chemistry in 2009, he previously worked at FILK for 2 years.
In addition to his professional activities, he already represents TFL in various committees of the leather industry and this year became Chairman of the IUR Research Commission of the IULTCS.
If you have any questions, please contact him directly: volker.rabe@tfl.com
