Ralf Schueler
About Ralf Schueler
Ralf Schueler is the International Sales Director at United Gilsonite Laboratories, where he oversees international distribution and business development strategies. He has a strong background in sales and marketing, with experience in the coatings and chemicals industry and a history of leadership roles at various companies.
Current Role at United Gilsonite Laboratories
Ralf Schueler serves as the International Sales Director at United Gilsonite Laboratories (UGL®) since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the distribution and business development strategies for UGL's international markets. His leadership contributes to the company's growth and expansion efforts across various regions.
Previous Experience at Rain Bird Corporation
Before joining United Gilsonite Laboratories, Ralf Schueler worked at Rain Bird Corporation as the SBU Quality and Operations Director from 2016 to 2017. During his tenure in the Tucson, Arizona Area, he focused on quality management and operational efficiency within the company.
Background in Marketing at Volkswagen
Ralf Schueler has a significant background in marketing, having served as the Head of Marketing at Volkswagen from 2001 to 2008 in Milton Keynes, England. His role involved strategic marketing initiatives that supported the brand's presence in the automotive industry.
Education and Expertise in Business Management
Ralf Schueler holds an MBA in General Management from Henley Business School, which he completed from 2002 to 2005. He also studied International Business at Hochschule Osnabrueck, earning a Bachelor's Degree from 1990 to 1995. Additionally, he completed the OWP - Orchestrating Winning Performance program at IMD in 2011, enhancing his leadership and management skills.
Experience in the Coatings and Chemicals Industry
Ralf Schueler has extensive experience in both B2B and B2C sales channels within the coatings and chemicals industry. Prior to his current position, he worked at AkzoNobel as the SBU Director for Yacht Coatings from 2008 to 2015 in Houston, Texas, where he managed product lines and market strategies.