A Legacy Built on Family and Purpose
Founded by Oskar and Ursula Ida Lapp in 1959, our company began as a small family venture rooted in trust, values, and purpose. Today, we've grown into a global enterprise, yet it remains firmly rooted in family ownership.
Across generations, our legacy lives on not only in our products, solutions, and services, but in the people, partnerships, and purpose that connect us to the world.
From a Family Vision
To a Global Journey
The entrepreneurial vision of Oskar and Ursula Ida Lapp was guided by values of trust, responsibility, and innovation. With the invention of ÖLFLEX®, they not only created a groundbreaking product but also laid the foundationfor today’s success.
Rooted in Family, Growing Through Generations
Left: Ursula Ida Lapp | Right: Oskar Lapp
Left: Ursula Ida Lapp | Right: Oskar Lapp
1st Generation
Oskar and Ursula Ida Lapp founded the company and invented the first industrially produced flexible, colour-coded control cable - ÖLFLEX®.
Left: Andreas Lapp | Right: Siegbert E. Lapp
Left: Andreas Lapp | Right: Siegbert E. Lapp
2nd Generation
Andreas and Siegbert E. Lapp empowered growth and international expansion.
Left: Matthias Lapp | Right: Katharina Lapp
Left: Matthias Lapp | Right: Katharina Lapp
3rd Generation
Matthias Lapp now leads as CEO, and Katharina Lapp joins the Supervisory Board. Together, the third generation carry forward the family's enduring commitment to innovation and responsibility, ensuring that our legacy thrives for future generations..
Matthias Lapp’s Journey
Roots & Inspiration
From a young age, Matthias was surrounded by the spirit of LAPP. He grew up watching his family’s company not just expand, but touch the lives of people far beyond his home. At 13, he stood on the sidelines of the LAPP Cup, watching employees from around the world come together like one extended community.
In that moment, he understood the true scale and purpose of what his family had built. It was more than a business. It was a team. That realization lit a spark in Matthias and inspired a lifelong journey of growing alongside LAPP.
Leadership in Action
Over the years, Matthias honed a leadership style that balances innovation with responsibility. He always keeps employees, customers, partners, and family at the heart of every decision.
His leadership is defined by humility, gratitude, and empowerment. He consistently credits his team, values collaboration, and ensures LAPP thrives through trust, shared purpose, and a culture of continuous improvement.
In June 2025, Matthias will celebrate 1,000 days as CEO of LAPP Group, reinforcing his commitment to guiding the company with responsibility and purpose.
Looking Ahead: A Vision for the Future
The ultimate goal of the third generation is clear: to hand over a healthy, prosperous, and well-positioned company to the next generation, ideally even stronger than it is today.
Guided by family values, Matthias emphasizes courage, curiosity, and innovation. With a clear vision and unwavering dedication, he is shaping the future of LAPP, continuing a legacy of growth, innovation, and purpose.