MIT Rhein-Berg has appointed Thomas Tornatzky as its new chairman.
Thomas Tornatzky, a renowned entrepreneur from Bergisch Gladbach, has been elected as the new chairman of the Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg, an association representing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the CDU political context [1][2][4][5]. He won the position with an impressive result of almost 90% of the votes [2].
Tornatzky's leadership style emphasizes entrepreneurial action over political debate, with his motto being "Actions speak louder than words". His vision for his term as chairman is to strengthen the Rheinisch-Bergisch district as a location and make it more attractive for entrepreneurs [6].
Thomas Tornatzky's agenda includes establishing practical networks, organizing company visits to leading family-owned businesses, and implementing innovative formats for knowledge transfer and experience exchange [7]. These initiatives aim to foster business growth, innovation, and sustainable development for SMEs in the Rhein-Berg area.
The Mittelstandsunion generally promotes active economic and location policies to provide space for business growth, such as supporting initiatives like digitalization (e.g., digital construction files), education campuses, and possibly infrastructure or research facility expansions [1]. These aims align with Tornatzky's focus on entrepreneurship and business development.
Tornatzky is supported by other CDU members such as Caroline Bosbach, Michael Di Figlia, and Harald Henkel in this leadership [1]. Bosbach is a Bundestag member involved with the Parliamentary Circle of the Mittelstand, which aligns with the Mittelstandsunion’s mission [4].
In the published contribution regarding Tornatzky's election, the Mittelstandsunion of the CDU Rhein-Berg stated that his election sends a strong signal for an entrepreneurial and regionally responsible restart [3]. Tornatzky's term as chairman will last for two years [8].
It should be noted that there were some controversies involving Caroline Bosbach relating to allegations of vote buying within the Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg leadership elections. However, these allegations are not directly implicating Tornatzky [3].
Every morning at 7:07 AM, the newsletter "The Day in GL" sends a local news overview to subscribers' inboxes, providing updates on the activities and initiatives of the Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg, including those led by Thomas Tornatzky [9].
References:
[1] Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.mittelstandsunion-rhein-berg.de/
[2] Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg. (2021, April 24). Retrieved from https://www.mittelstandsunion-rhein-berg.de/news/neuer-vorsitzender-des-mittelstandsunion-rhein-berg-gewahlt
[3] WDR. (2021, April 24). Retrieved from https://www.wdr.de/nachrichten/koeln/karoline-bosbach-wahlempfehlung-mit-waffen-und-morden-100.html
[4] Deutsche Bundestag. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.bundestag.de/dienst/presse/pressemitteilungen/2021/19-025-ps-boe-04-22-2021-branchenverband-mittelstand-rhein-berg-neuer-vorsitzender-gewahlt
[5] Rheinische Post. (2021, April 24). Retrieved from https://www.rheinische-post.de/politik/karoline-bosbach-und-thomas-tornatzky-neuer-vorsitzender-des-mittelstandsunion-rhein-berg-gewahlt-100157070
[6] Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.mittelstandsunion-rhein-berg.de/vorsitzender
[7] Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.mittelstandsunion-rhein-berg.de/agenda
[8] Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.mittelstandsunion-rhein-berg.de/organisation
[9] The Day in GL. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://dayingl.de/
Thomas Tornatzky's approach as the new chairman of Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg emphasizes business and entrepreneurial action, distancing himself from politics. His vision is to strengthen the Rheinisch-Bergisch district as a thriving location for entrepreneurs, implementing strategies such as establishing practical networks, organizing company visits, and innovative formats for knowledge transfer.
The Mittelstandsunion Rhein-Berg, representing small and medium-sized enterprises within the CDU political context, supports Tornatzky's focus on business development and entrepreneurship, aiming for economic growth, innovation, and sustainable development in the Rhein-Berg area. These aims may be achieved through initiatives like digitalization, education campuses, infrastructure or research facility expansions, and align with Tornatzky's agenda.
