30 Years of Drekoma & 20 Years of Gérard Gaudin
Trust, loyalty, and shared success – a look back at two exceptional partnerships
We are celebrating a special anniversary year! Two of our most important partnerships are reaching significant milestones this year: 30 years of trusted collaboration with Drekoma and 20 years of successful partnership with Gérard Gaudin. These anniversaries are not only a reason to celebrate but also a testament to the strength and sustainability of our relationships.
30 Years of Drekoma: A Success Story of Friendship and Reliability
It all began in 1995 at the BWS in Salzburg. Our CEO, Johann Reisinger, met Vladimír Harazím and gave him a wood moisture meter – the starting point for an extraordinary partnership. Since then, Drekoma has not only been our first distribution partner, but Vladimír and his son Miroslav have become good friends and welcome guests at merlin®. Their visits are always filled with humor and small tokens of appreciation – a testament to the warm relationship that connects us.
Thank you, Vladimír and Miroslav, for your trust, loyalty, and dedication! Here's to many more years together!
20 Years of Gérard Gaudin: Passion, Inspiration, and a Family Story
Gérard Gaudin has been our reliable partner in France for two decades and an integral part of the merlin® family. With his experience, humor, and tireless commitment, he has significantly contributed to merlin®'s success in France. His legendary singing performances at our summer parties – a touch of French flair that enriches our celebrations – are unforgettable.
But the success story continues: his daughter Nina Gaudin is also on board, has already worked in Tumeltsham, and has now opened its own merlin® office with us in France. This intergenerational connection, built on trust, team spirit, and genuine friendship, makes this partnership so special.
Merci, Gérard and Nina, for 20 years full of passion, inspiration, and shared visions!
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(from left): Johann Reisinger, Vladimir Harazim, Miroslav Harazim, Dominik Reisinger -
Nina & Gérard Gaudin