Female Leadership

Alexandra has been part of the Poly-clip family for over two decades. After many years with direct customer contact, she took over the management of spare parts operations in Germany in 2019, where she coordinated areas such as planning, internal sales, logistics, and shipping. Her organizational skills were put to daily use in this multifaceted role and earned her the recognition of the entire team.

In 2024, Alexandra began a new journey: As the responsible person for sustainability at the parent company Quota, she faces one of the most pressing challenges of our time. For her, this is a matter of the heart: “The values of the corporate group have shaped my daily work for over 20 years. My new role is a challenge that I find great joy in and one that fills me with pride.”

At 39, an impressive career path that reflects her foresight and passion for the company.

Ana has been an important part of Quota since 2008. After eight years of responsibility for internal sales and finances, she took over the management of sales in the Balkan region in 2016. She combines strategic expertise with a passion for customer relationships and tailored solutions.

Ana accompanies projects with heart – from the first idea to realization. She coordinates sales, technical support, and logistics to ensure a reliable and exceptional service at all times. Her special focus is on recognizing her customers' needs and developing customized solutions that create real added value.

In a region where tradition and innovation are often intertwined, Ana has proven how important diverse perspectives are. Through her commitment and personal effort, she has gained the trust of customers and helped Hrana-Tec attain a leading market position.

Her passion and dedication make her a strong leader and a role model for Female Leadership.

Irina Teufel is not just a CEO – she is a visionary who has significantly shaped the Ukrainian economy for years. Between 2015 and 2019, she led the Begarat sales company in Ukraine to outstanding successes, firmly establishing the company in the market. In a demanding industry, she demonstrated her strength and foresight, always staying on course even in challenging times.

With the acquisition of Process-Pack International and the renaming to Protek Systems, Irina stepped into a new era as CEO in 2019. Particularly impressive is her tireless commitment to bakery products: Through targeted investments and strategic expansion, she secured Protek Systems a strong market position. Irina Teufel is a shining example of courage, perseverance, and entrepreneurial acumen – an inspiring leader who provides stability and growth to her company.

Before Julie joined Poly-clip over a year ago, she built her extensive expertise in various accounting positions. She also founded her own consulting firm, supporting small and medium-sized businesses in both accounting and operational matters. With an MBA specializing in accounting and her qualification as a certified public accountant, she brings comprehensive experience and a clear vision for financial processes.

Since joining Poly-clip in the USA, Julie has had a decisive impact on the accounting department. She led the upgrade of the accounting software, automating and streamlining processes. She also introduced a new expense management system that increased user-friendliness while leading to significant cost savings. Her innovations extend to the automation of travel management, and she is currently working on modernizing payroll to further enhance transparency and efficiency. With her leadership and commitment, Julie leads a team of three and is actively shaping the future of Poly-clip – an inspiring example of Female Leadership within the corporate group.

Müberra began her career as a Sales Representative for a former Poly-clip distributor in Turkey. With her talent in sales and market instincts, she contributed early on to the company’s success. When Process Pack International founded Gidatek Makine in Istanbul in 2002, she took on a key role: shaping marketing and logistics, leading the company to growth with a visionary style.

Since 2014, Müberra has been the General Manager of Gidatek Makine. Despite economic challenges such as inflation and currency devaluation, she kept the company stable and drove it forward with innovative solutions and market adjustments. Under her leadership, Gidatek has become a major player in the Turkish machinery industry. Her strategic acumen and leadership ensure the company’s sustainable development and make her an outstanding figure in the industry.

Karin embodies experience, passion, and determination. She started her career at Poly-clip Systems as a newly appointed Europe Secretary, managing appointments, organizing travel, and handling office tasks. However, Karin wanted more: With evening studies in marketing, she laid the foundation for her further path. She soon took on responsibilities for advertising and trade fair planning in Eastern Europe and Asia, demonstrating organizational talent and cultural sensitivity.

Her career then led her to gain valuable experience in the financial world, followed by several years of successful self-employment. She then took on leadership positions in marketing within the machinery industry. In 2023, she returned to her roots and became the Marketing Manager at Process-Pack International.

With her grounded nature and tireless dedication, Karin shows what Female Leadership is all about: endurance, courage to change, and the ability to lead teams with heart and expertise. Her experience and enthusiasm make her not only an excellent marketing manager but also a role model for women in leadership positions.

Karin is more than a marketing enthusiast – she is a visionary who embraces challenges and sees change as an opportunity.

Angelika has been part of the corporate group for over ten years and has had an impressive career. Her journey began in financial accounting, where she quickly distinguished herself with expertise and commitment. These successes laid the foundation for her promotion to head of financial accounting, before she took on the position of CFO and Chief Compliance Officer at Poly-clip Systems in January 2024. She is responsible for the companies in Hattersheim and Gedern as well as the group’s consolidated financial statements.

Angelika is convinced that “numbers connect, as they help find common solutions.” She uses financial data not only for analysis but also to promote effective and sustainable business decisions.

Angelika is particularly impressed by the respectful interaction throughout the corporate group, which she sees as the foundation for successful and responsible corporate governance.

Before joining Poly-clip Systems, Angelika gained valuable experience in an international hotel chain and a national retail company. These diverse perspectives have strengthened her leadership abilities and deepened her understanding of the importance of a strong team.

“My time at Poly-clip has been marked by continuous growth, and I am proud of what we have achieved as a team. I look forward to facing the next challenges.”

Monika Czerwińska, Quality Director and Management Representative for Quality at Promar, built her career from the ground up in the quality sector. With a degree in food biotechnology, she laid the foundation for her expertise early on and developed a deep understanding of the importance of solid quality management.

A key milestone in her career was the certification of the globally recognized BRC quality management system just three months after the new plant in Zawiercie opened in 2015. Under her leadership, the plant quickly established itself at the highest level. Today, it operates with BRC and IFS standards, meeting the strictest industry standards.

In 2019, Monika was appointed Quality Director, marking a significant step in her career development. In this role, she uses her experience and commitment to ensure continuous improvement and adaptation to changing market demands and regulations.

Her focus on the quality of raw materials and finished products is reflected in the satisfaction of even the most demanding customers. Her motto, “Quality stays in memory long after the price is forgotten,” underscores her vision and leadership strength.

Monika represents professionalism, passion, and the strength of quality, which sustainably shapes the success of Promar.

Oksana began her career at Poly-clip System in Moscow 25 years ago – a journey that took her from being an all-rounder in office management to the top of the organization. In the beginning, with a small team, she took on almost every task: sales, logistics, trade fair organization, service deployments, and handling imports. Her versatility and tireless dedication made her indispensable.

Over the years, Oksana built structures, optimized processes, and ensured smooth operations. Her ability to respond flexibly to challenges helped the company move forward. She herself says: "It’s not about how long you’ve been with a company, but how you grow and achieve success together."

In 2022, she took over as Managing Director – a role that brought not only more responsibility but also required a new dynamic within the team. The transition from colleague to leader was challenging, but Oksana handled it with clarity and strategic acumen.

Oksana’s leadership style is based on open communication, collaboration, and a spirit of innovation. She drives the company forward with foresight and creates an environment in which her team can thrive. She adds: "Without the strong local team and the global corporate group, this wouldn’t be possible."

With her forward-thinking and solution-oriented approach, she is securing the long-term success of Poly-clip System in Russia.