About Patrick Gerdes
Patrick Gerdes grew up in a family of bakers and worked in his parents' business from an early age. This early practical experience shaped his deep understanding of craftsmanship, quality, and processes in the bakery sector.
After completing his training as an industrial business administrator, he consistently advanced his career in retail. At EDEKA, he took over as head of the bread and baked goods division and was responsible for product range design and operational processes. He then served as managing director of MAXX Sweets GmbH, focusing on corporate management, sales, and strategic development. This was followed by the position of purchasing manager for ultra-fresh bread and baked goods at the REWE Group. Patrick Gerdes has been managing director of Kessko GmbH since November 2025.
After completing his training as an industrial business administrator, he consistently advanced his career in retail. At EDEKA, he took over as head of the bread and baked goods division and was responsible for product range design and operational processes. He then served as managing director of MAXX Sweets GmbH, focusing on corporate management, sales, and strategic development. This was followed by the position of purchasing manager for ultra-fresh bread and baked goods at the REWE Group. Patrick Gerdes has been managing director of Kessko GmbH since November 2025.
