Jan Heck Appointed as Chairman of the Board of German American Chamber of Commerce New York

Miele President and CEO to Lead Organization Ahead of its 75th Anniversary

Jan Heck, President and CEO of Miele USA, has been appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. New York (GACC NY), effective immediately.

With more than 20 years of leading business in North America, primarily in the kitchen and bath industry, Heck will bring his extensive business experience and connections to lead the chamber into its 75^th Anniversary. As a member of the German American Chamber for many years, Heck has seen the growth and success of the New York Chapter.

“Promoting trade and investment between Germany and the US is becoming more important now than ever,” said Heck. “I’m very eager to continue fostering these relations and leading the Chamber into another successful 75 years.”

The German Chamber Network (AHK) provides experience, connections and services in more than 140 locations in 92 countries. This extensive international network offers activities and services to support business ties between the US and Germany.

In addition to his role as Chairman of the Board, Heck continues as a board member of the National Kitchen and Bath Industry and serves the President and CEO of Miele USA. At Miele, Heck oversees overall operations of the company’s consumer and professional use appliances and floor care products, as well as management of Miele Experience Centers across the US.

About Miele

Founded in Germany in 1899 with a single promise of Immer Besser, a phrase meaning Forever Better, Miele is the world's leading manufacturer of premium domestic appliances with more than 20,100 employees, 12 production facilities and representation in nearly 100 countries. As a premium appliance brand represented on all continents, Miele is steadfastly committed to the highest quality, performance and environmental standards. The Miele assortment of exceptional consumer appliances includes: vacuum cleaners; laundry systems; rotary irons; dishwashers; ranges; built-in convection, speed, steam and combi-steam ovens; cooktops; ventilation hoods; refrigeration; wine storage and espresso/coffee systems.

To learn more, visit www.mieleusa.com or www.youtube.com/mieleus, and follow us on www.facebook.com/mieleus and Instagram @MieleUSA.

About GACC

The German American Chambers of Commerce (GACCs) with main offices in Atlanta, Chicago, San Francisco and New York, as well as branches in Detroit, Houston and Philadelphia, collaborate under the network of the German Chamber Network (AHKs).

With approximately 1,500 members, an extensive international network and a broad spectrum of activities and services, the GACCs are the first choice for business ties between the US and Germany.

AHKs are connected to the Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHKs) in Germany. The umbrella organization of the IHKs is the German Association of Chambers of Industry and Commerce (DIHK), which advocates for 3.6 million businesses in Germany and supports the AHKs. The German Chamber Network (AHK) provides experience, connections and services in more than 140 locations in 92 countries.