Oliver Dürr to leave FEST GmbH at the end of February 2026
After more than seven years of successful work , Oliver Dürr, Managing Director of FEST GmbH, is stepping down from his position on February 28, 2026 by mutual agreement in order to devote more time to private matters. This marks the end of a successful and formative phase for the group of companies. Matthias Authenrieth will manage FEST GmbH as sole Managing Director in future.
Oliver Dürr joined the FEST Group on July 1, 2018 as Managing Director of FEST-Technology GmbH in Bergisch Gladbach. From October 2022, he took over the management of FEST GmbH and, since June 2023, additionally the management of IPS-FEST GmbH. In these roles, he has been instrumental in driving forward the strategic development of the group of companies and providing important impetus for the future.
With his expertise, vision and strong leadership, he has made a decisive contribution to positioning the FEST Group sustainably and making it fit for the future. His commitment and passion for innovation and quality have not only shaped the company, but also strengthened the trust of our customers and partners.
With his expertise, vision and strong leadership, he has made a decisive contribution to positioning the FEST Group sustainably and making it fit for the future. His commitment and passion for innovation and quality have not only shaped the company, but also strengthened the trust of our customers and partners.
We would like to thank Oliver Dürr for the trustful cooperation and for his valuable contributions to the company’s success. As Oliver Dürr will continue to support FEST GmbH and the Schmidt Kranz Group in an advisory capacity, we look forward to meeting him in the future. The entire FEST team wishes him a new chapter in his life full of joy, health and exciting moments.
