Based in the charming town of Gummersbach, Germany. (Handball town), Marc Schroeder acquired KF Valves in 2020 with a bold vision: restore the company’s reputation as a leading and trusted manufacturer in the oil & gas industry. Over the past five years, Marc has been dedicated to returning the KF brand to its former glory — strengthening U.S. operations, expanding capabilities, investing in people, and reinforcing KF’s legacy of engineered excellence.

Marc brings many years of global valve industry experience, informed by both hands-on operational leadership and a passion for innovation. He thrives in environments where tradition meets transformation, and he takes great pride in building strong partnerships with customers who rely on KF Valves to keep energy moving safely and efficiently.

When he’s not managing his portfolio of international businesses or collaborating with teams in Houston, Marc enjoys attending sporting events and spending time at home with his greatest supporters — his wife, Claudia, and their two children. His commitment to both family and business drives his ongoing belief that success is built on trust, quality, and people who care.