Axel Oberwelland | |
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Born |
Bielefeld, Germany |
1 August 1966
Residence | Berlin, Germany |
Nationality | German |
Alma mater | University of St. Gallen |
Known for | Owner, August Storck |
Net worth | US$3.9 billion (April 2018) |
Title | CEO, August Storck |
Term | 2003- |
Spouse(s) | Bergit Oberwelland |
Children | 4 |
Parent(s) | Klaus Oberwelland |
Axel Oberwelland (born 1 August 1966) is a German billionaire heir and businessman, the owner of the confectionery manufacturer August Storck, founded by his eponymous great-grandfather in 1903. The company is best known for its brands Werther's Original, Riesen and Toffifee.
Axel Oberwelland was born on 1 August 1966 in Bielefeld, the son of Klaus Oberwelland.
He went to high school in Bielefeld, followed by a boarding school near St. Moritz, Switzerland, and then studied business at the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland.
He has led the company since his father Klaus Oberwelland retired in 2003, to conicide with the company's centenary.
In April 2018, his net worth was estimated at $3.9 billion.
He is married to Bergit Oberwelland, with four children, and lives in Berlin, Germany.