Hans Georg Naeder

  • Hans Georg Naeder heads orthopedic device maker Otto Bock Group; it takes its name from his grandfather, who founded the business in 1919.
  • The company has worked with the Paralympics since 1988, producing hockey sledges and custom prosthetics for skiers, snowboarders and sprinters.
  • Since taking the reins from his father at age 28, Hans Georg has expanded the staff more than five-fold to over 7,600 worldwide.
  • Otto Bock operates sales and service branches in 50 countries and generates annual revenue of around $1.1 billion.
  • Swedish private equity firm EQT took a 20% stake in Otto Bock in June 2017, valuing the company at around $3.15 billion.