Early Life
Anna Katharina Viessmann is the daughter of Martin Viessmann and the great-granddaughter of Johann Viessmann, who founded Viessmann Group in 1917. She completed her bachelor's degree in International Cultural and Business Studies at the University of Passau and holds a master's degree in Corporate Management and Economics from Zeppelin University, Friedrichshafen. Her early life was intertwined with the family business, providing her with a deep understanding of the heating and cooling industry from a young age.
Rise to Success
Anna Katharina Viessmann's rise to prominence is closely tied to her family's business, Viessmann Group. The company has been a leader in the heating and cooling equipment sector for over a century. The company's strong financial performance and strategic investments have contributed significantly to her family's wealth. Viessmann's Climate Solutions business was sold to Carrier in 2023 for EUR 12 billion.
Key Business Strategies
As a non-executive board member, Anna Katharina Viessmann contributes to the strategic direction of the family holding company. The Viessmann Group's key business strategies include a focus on sustainable solutions and the energy transition. The company has invested heavily in renewable technologies like heat pumps, biomass, and solar thermal, and has a net-zero emissions target by 2050. They also have a strong focus on innovation, technology, and environmental responsibility.
Philanthropy
The Viessmann family is involved in several philanthropic initiatives through the Viessmann Foundation, which was founded in 2020. The foundation focuses on climate action, health, education, and poverty alleviation. In 2022, €2 million was distributed to Viessmann national companies worldwide to support trusted local charities.
