Ralf Schiffbauer: A life's work for the Laichinger Alb in memory

Ralf Schiffbauer: A life's work for the Laichinger Alb in memory

The resignation of Ralf Schiffbauer not only marked the end of an era in the Volksbank Laichinger Alb, but also initiated the potential for renewal in the region's cooperative sector. On July 31, 2023, the 61-year-old retired after 45 years in the cooperative banking system, whereby his contribution to the development of the Volksbank as regional market leader remains undisputed.

Ralf Schiffbauer: A pioneer for the region

With its impressive career, which started at Langenauer Bank in 1979 and continued in Laichingen in 1997, Schiffbauer shaped the Volksbank sustainably. He has been a member of the board since 2000 and his chairman in the past ten years. His ability to convince and promote a positive corporate and common good culture brought him recognition from different sides, including from local and regional politicians.

a solemn farewell to the circle of companions

The farewell took place in the Hotel Ochsen in Merklingen and united over 100 guests, including numerous companions, representatives of the cooperative association and managers from regional politics and business. On this special opportunity, the importance of Schiffbauer's social engagement was also recognized, be it through his role as a founding member of the Laichingen community foundation or as an active member of the Rotary Club.

a legacy of social engagement

particularly highlighted is Schiffbauer's commitment to the community. Even after retirement, he will continue to be connected to the Laichingen community foundation. His message during the farewell was clear: the financial contribution of the Volksbank should benefit the community foundation and thus have a positive impact on the region. This self -image underlines the principle of the cooperative to promote the well -being of the community.

offices and new perspectives

With the upcoming commissioning of Sascha Ersinger as a new board member from August 1, 2024, a new training path will be followed. Ersinger, who has been an authorized representative of the Volksbank Laichinger Alb since 2018 and was appointed general representative in 2021, brings a breath of fresh air to the management and promises to continue the inheritance from Schiffbauer.

A look into the future

In a time of change that brings both challenges and opportunities for the cooperative market, Schiffbauer's legacy will remain for many. According to his speech, the focus should continue to be on social responsibility and sustainable development. So the farewell of Ralf Schiffbauer not only sounds like the end of a career, but rather, like the beginning of new possibilities for the Volksbank and the entire region.

- Nag