Griesson - de Beukelaer Awarded Best Managed Company 2026

Griesson - de Beukelaer (GdB) has been named a Best Managed Company 2026. With this prestigious award, Deloitte Private, UBS, the Federation of German Industries (BDI), and Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung recognize successful mid-sized companies that stand out through a clear strategy, responsible corporate governance, a strong corporate culture, and sustainable, long-term-oriented business practices. The award highlights the sustainable development of Griesson - de Beukelaer and its commitment as a family-owned business to consistently combining tradition with future viability.

“We are a modern family-owned company with a long tradition, and we are shaping our future with confidence. Our success is based on a strong team, mutual trust, and a leadership culture that takes responsibility for people, the environment, and future generations,” says Dany Schmidt, CEO of Griesson - de Beukelaer. “Being recognized as a Best Managed Company confirms our path: we combine state-of-the-art technologies, innovations, and our unwavering commitment to quality with craftsmanship and tradition. We invest with conviction in our sites and in sustainable growth, always placing the enjoyment of our products first.”

The “Best Managed Company” award complements recognitions such as “Best Employer 2025” in Germany and being ranked among the Handelsblatt Top 10 Training Companies 2025. Together, these achievements stand for an appreciative working environment, lived family friendliness, fair and individualized career development, as well as a strong leadership and corporate culture.

Since 2018, Deloitte Private, UBS, the Federation of German Industries (BDI), and Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung have awarded the “Best Managed Company” seal of quality to outstanding family-owned businesses and SMEs in Germany. Companies undergo a rigorous selection process, including extensive documentation, in-depth interviews, and validation by experts. The assessment focuses on the overall performance and future viability of corporate management in the core areas of strategy, productivity and innovation, culture and commitment, as well as governance and finance.

Caption (from left to right): Pascal Haegel, Chief Financial Officer, Barbara Mross, Head of HR, and Michael Robbers, Managing Director Production and Technology, accept the “Best Managed Company” award on behalf of the Griesson - de Beukelaer team.