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Matthias Lapp

Enigma · DISC type cid
CEO at Lapp Gruppe
📍 Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Matthias Lapp is the CEO of LAPP Group, a global manufacturer of cable and connection technology. He focuses on the companys strategic direction, driving growth and stability in challenging economic environments. He studied Business at the University of Amsterdam.

As a third-generation leader, Matthias is deeply passionate about the values and long-term perspective of family entrepreneurship. He frequently discusses his journey and the importance of continuing the legacy started by his grandfather, Oskar Lapp.

His grandfather not only founded the company but was also a key pioneer in industrial connector innovation.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Personality Overview

How Matthias shows up

Fast Follower
Challenger
Friendly Yet Blunt

They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting proof as well as information. They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.

Priorities

Topics Matthias cares about

Family Entrepreneurship
As a third-generation CEO, he often speaks publicly about the unique culture, challenges, and long-term vision inherent in leading a family-owned business.
Industrial Innovation
He continues his grandfather's legacy by emphasizing the development of specialized cables and advanced industrial connectors to meet specific customer requirements.
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Career

Work history

10-2022
CEO
Lapp Gruppe
7-2017 - 3-2025
CEO EMEA
Lapp Gruppe
10-2013 - 6-2017
Head of Export
Lapp Gruppe
In the press

Media appearances

"We are increasingly focussing on growth outside Europe" - LAPP. Featured in LAPP Connect (LAPP Gruppe)
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Education
Business
University of Amsterdam
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

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