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Monika Wörwag and Dr. Marcus Wörwag - leadership of the business

Interview with the Wörwag family

From a city pharmacy to an international player in more than 30 countries – how does such a success story come about?

Marcus and Monika Wörwag

Monika Wörwag: Our father fully identified with the company from the start – a life's work. His philosophy still applies today: “People are at the centre.” Namely, the people who suffer from diabetes and its accompanying symptoms: cardiovascular disorders and diabetic neuropathy. Aside from products which are suitable for this purpose, mineral substances and vitamins – so called biofactors – are other focal points of the company in natural medicine.

Marcus Wörwag: With our successful products such as Milgamma, Thiogamma and Magnerot, the company not only focused on the right products – the right markets were also important for success. WÖRWAG Pharma was one of the first companies to recognise the potential of Eastern European markets and establish a separate business there. People – our employees – were likewise at the centre of this expansion. We focused on these employees from the beginning, hiring experts from the respective countries who have a direct line to us and are also closeto customers.

Monika Wörwag: Employees involve themselves in WÖRWAG Pharma specifically because we pay close attention to independent, confident employees. The combination of this know-how, the quality of all our work and the required foresight and speed in making important decisions are decisive factors in the success of our company.

What does the future look like for the company?

Monika and Marcus Wörwag

Monika Wörwag: Above all, we are and will remain a family business! And we will know how to make the most of this advantage: our down-to-earth attitude makes us reliable partners – short decision-making channels within the company allow us to react quickly and flexibly. Last but not least, it is the team spirit, our shared way of wanting what is best, which lends us all wings in our daily work. A better foundation is hard to find.

Marcus Wörwag: Of course we want to continue our current growth dynamics. It has taken hard work thus far, and this will continue to apply in coming years. We accept this challenge – but we want growth with a human face. This also means securing workplaces. Since our teams are highly motivated, we will attain our objectives.

And what are your personal wishes for the future?

Monika Wörwag: Seeing our children grow up healthy. And making professional challenges work together with private challenges – not always a simple matter.

Marcus Wörwag: To continue to find time for our family in the future, along with our successful work.