Early Life
Franz Viegener was born in Germany and is currently 42 years old. Little is publicly known about his early life; however, his current residence is listed as Attendorn, Germany.
Rise to Success
Viegener's wealth is derived from Viega, a German manufacturer of plumbing and HVAC solutions. The company was founded in 1899 and employs approximately 5,500 people. Viegener holds an active role in the business and is on the board of the Viega Foundation, which focuses on clean water and sanitation initiatives. Viega has expanded its reach globally, with ten locations worldwide, including a U.S. headquarters in Denver and a site in Wuxi, China.
Key Business Strategies
While specific strategies are not widely publicized, Viegener's success is linked to the strong performance of Viega. The company’s focus on providing quality plumbing and HVAC solutions has been key to its sustained success. The company also seems to be adapting to the market, as shown by the brand Franz Viegener, which launched a luxury line of faucets.
Philanthropy
Franz Viegener is involved with the Viega Foundation, which supports initiatives focused on clean water and sanitation. Specific amounts are not available.
