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2026 IAM Core Member Elections

Rolf Schaefer

Non-U.S. Core Members' Representative Election: Thursday, 22 October · 3:30–5:00 PM PT
Rolf Schaefer

Rolf Schaefer

Sales and Deputy Branch Manager

Andreas Christ Spedition und Moebeltransport GmbH

Germany

For more than 40 years, the international moving industry has been at the heart of my professional life. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with colleagues, customers, partners, and friends from around the world. These experiences have shaped my belief that our industry’s greatest strength lies in the relationships we build and the trust we create.

Over the course of my career, I have held various leadership and senior sales positions, gaining extensive experience in business development, customer relations, and international partnerships. My professional journey includes 14 years with Heinrich Klingenberg, 18 years with Donath International, two years with UTS International, and the past seven years with Andreas Christ GmbH in Germany.

Fluent in two languages and with good communication skills in 2 additional languages, I have always valued the opportunity to connect people across cultures and borders. For more than 30 years, I have actively participated in national and international industry conferences. This has allowed me not only to build an extensive global network, but also to listen, exchange ideas, understand different perspectives, and develop lasting partnerships throughout our industry.

For the past two years, I have been proud to serve on the FIDI PCG Committee, where I have contributed my experience and supported initiatives aimed at strengthening our profession. I have also written numerous articles on industry-related topics because I strongly believe in sharing knowledge, encouraging dialogue, and learning from one another.

I believe that a strong association depends on collaboration, transparency, open communication, and active engagement with its members. I am outgoing and approachable by nature, and I genuinely enjoy bringing people together, listening to different viewpoints, and finding common ground.

If elected to the IAM Executive Committee, I would bring more than four decades of international industry experience, a truly global network, and, above all, a strong commitment to our members. I would be honored to contribute my experience, energy, and perspective to the Board and to work alongside colleagues from around the world to strengthen IAM and help shape the future of our industry.

After more than 40 years in this business, I remain as passionate about our industry and its people as ever. I would be proud to have the opportunity to give something back to the international community that has been such an important part of my professional life.

I live and work in Germany.

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