Tobias Krüger, Lars Povlsen Join TGW International

Wilder, Kentucky, Jan. 27, 2025 – TGW International, a leader in industrial machine knives and brand of EDGE Industrial Technologies, has hired Tobias Krüger as Business Development Director, and Lars Povlsen as Director of Key Accounts. They will work as members of the TGW UK/EMEA commercial team, focusing on the company’s business in Europe.

Tobias Krüger, Business Development Director
Lars Povlsen, Director of Key Accounts

Krüger brings more than 14 years of B2B sales experience with a focus on solution selling to his role at TGW, where he’ll report to Andrew Whitworth, Director of Sales of the TGW UK/EMEA commercial team. With a significant background in flexible packaging and a solid network within the Euro food processing industry, Krüger will be a pivotal contributor in helping TGW reach its growth goals. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the HAN University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. Krüger lives in Germany with his wife and two children and enjoys running, fitness and personal development.

“Building solid relationships and being a trusted contact are critical in sales, and Tobias embodies both traits,” said Whitworth. “When you add his proven track record to finding and growing key accounts, it sets the TGW team and customers up for success and growth.”

In his new role, Povlsen will utilize his nearly 30 years of sales experience and proven track record of driving organizational growth through strategic thinking. Reporting to Dawn Shannon, Vice President Sales, Strategic Account, EDGE Industrial Technologies, he will focus on TGW’s food processing/protein markets, tapping into experience he gained from previous roles at TOMR Food and Mettler-Toledo. Prior to moving to Germany more than 20 years ago, Povlsen earned a bachelor’s degree from The Danish Export Institute in Denmark. He lives in Germany and enjoys traveling with his wife and two children.

“We’re excited to have Lars and his demonstrated skills and experience join our team,” said Shannon. “From managing key accounts to fostering long-term customer relationships, he brings valuable talents to our business and customers.”

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