Early Life
Information regarding Rufino Vigil Gonzalez's early life is not widely publicized, a common trait among Mexican business leaders who value their privacy. He was born on June 1, 1948, in Mexico City. He holds a Bachelor of Arts/Science from Universidad Iberoamericana. His family has been involved in the steel industry since the early 20th century.
Rise to Success
Vigil Gonzalez acquired Industrias CH in 1991, which marked the beginning of significant expansion for the company. Industrias CH was originally founded in 1934 as Herramientas S.A., initially producing hand tools, construction, and agricultural equipment. Under Vigil Gonzalez's leadership, the company expanded through strategic acquisitions, including Procarsa in 1993, Compañía Mexicana de Perfiles y Tubos in 1997, and Grupo Simec in 2001. In 2001, Industrias CH acquired just under 83% of Grupo Simec, a steel smelter with factories in Guadalajara and Mexicali. Simec assets represented 91% of Industrias CH's net sales in 2010.
Key Business Strategies
A key to Industrias CH's success has been adapting to changing market conditions and meeting evolving customer needs. Vigil Gonzalez's strategy emphasized staying ahead of industry trends and upgrading production facilities. He has also focused on diversifying the company's product offerings and expanding into international markets.
Philanthropy
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