Our Team at Schorn & Groh – 80 People, One Vision
Innovation and passion for wood
Behind Schorn & Groh are 80 dedicated employees who bring expertise, innovation, and a true passion for wood to shape the future of our industry every day. Across our four locations in Germany, we combine experience, creativity, and team spirit to provide our customers with premium products and tailored solutions. Our success is built on collaboration, short decision-making processes, and a shared vision: merging tradition with innovation – for sustainable and high-quality wood products worldwide.
Schorn & Groh Management
Axel Groh – Forester and Expert in Fine Woods
As the son of company founder Albrecht Groh, Axel Groh grew up surrounded by wood—accompanying his father to forests and veneer mills from an early age. After studying forestry, he joined the company in 1985, taking charge of global roundwood procurement and VIP customer sales. Since 2006, he has been the Managing Director of Schorn & Groh, actively contributing to leading industry associations and serving as Chairman of the Initiative Furnier + Natur e. V. With deep expertise in over 100 wood species and fluency in four languages, he plays a pivotal role in shaping both the company’s development and the international veneer industry.
Rolf Loose-Leonhardt – Industry Expert with an Entrepreneurial Vision
Rolf Loose-Leonhardt has been with Schorn & Groh since 1983. He started his career as an apprentice in wholesale and foreign trade, later advancing his expertise with further training as a certified business specialist (IHK). With decades of experience, he is now a specialist in sales to wholesalers, industry partners, architects, and designers. His extensive knowledge in veneers and custom-cut dimensions enables him to provide customers with expert, solution-oriented advice. Since 2006, Rolf Loose-Leonhardt has been steering Schorn & Groh’s strategic direction as Managing Director, driving the company’s continued development. In addition to his role at Schorn & Groh, he is also an entrepreneur—founding muto’ GmbH and serving as Managing Director of NUO GmbH.
Schorn & Groh Shareholders
Schorn & Groh Karlsruhe
Rolf Loose-Leonhardt
- Schorn & Groh Karlsruhe
- Veneer Procurement, Internal Sales, Veneer distribution
Schorn & Groh Eschelbronn
Schorn & Groh Ehrenkirchen
Hubert Armbruster
- Schorn & Groh Ehrenkirchen
- Sawn Timber Production, Veneer distribution, Sawn Timber Sales
Mario Erhart
- Schorn & Groh Ehrenkirchen
- Sawn Timber Procurement, Veneer distribution, Sawn Timber Sales
Schorn & Groh Jettingen
Roots and Vision – Our Story
Our history
Since our founding in 1961, we have been merging tradition with innovation. What began as a passion for fine wood has grown into a globally operating company. Discover our roots, milestones, and the vision that drives us forward.
Grow with Us – Your Future at Schorn & Groh
Your Future at Schorn & Groh
Do you share our passion for wood and innovation? Then become part of a team that shapes the future with expertise, dedication, and a strong sense of teamwork. We are looking for people who want to make a difference with us!