Schaumburg, IL – Markus Glueck has taken over the management of Rational USA on the 1st of April 2013. Markus is succeeding Björn Rowland, who will continue to be located in Schaumburg, IL, concentrating on his role as Area Vice President of North America.

Markus brings considerable expertise and a highly successful record to his role at Rational. Born in Germany, he has worked in the United States for the last 10 years. Markus Glueck joined us from WMF Americas Group, Inc., where he was President/CEO and a member on the Board of Directors.  Thus, Markus has a great deal of knowledge in regards to the foodservice industry.

"I look forward to further developing the US market by offering maximum customer benefits together with our strong team and partners," says Markus. "In order to offer the best possible tool for hot food preparation, RATIONAL invests not only in research and development, but it also employs over 250 chefs worldwide to achieve this goal.  With a team of chefs, we are able to better understand the needs of each foodservice operation and provide them with solutions day after day," explains Markus.

"I am excited to welcome Markus Glueck. I am convinced that he will accelerate the strong growth of Rational USA even further thanks to his global experience and comprehensive management know-how," says Björn Rowland, Area Vice President of North America.

If you would like to see and experience the SelfCookingCenter® whitefficiency® live, visit Rational USA at the 2013 NRA Show from 18-21st of May 2013. You can also obtain more information on Rational and the SelfCookingCenter® whitefficiency® online at www.rational-online.us.

Source: Rational USA