Craftsmanship with Heart and Future – Ulli Kraus on Integration in Business

"If we don't train people ourselves, we won't have any skilled workers in the future."

Ulli Kraus, owner of the Kraus Bakery in Roding, is taking new paths to prepare his craft business for the future. By hiring apprentices from Kyrgyzstan and a staff member from Ukraine, he has not only filled long-standing vacancies but also brought fresh energy to his team. In this interview, he explains why investing in international talent is a win for every business.

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Highlights from the interview:

• Stability through diversity: How international employees help secure production and allow for positive long-term planning.
• Integration into village life: Why the commitment of the existing staff—from local gymnastics clubs to the traditional "Stammtisch"—is key to settling into the Bavarian Forest.
• Infectious motivation: On the smiles behind the counter and the positive feedback from customers regarding the new team members.
• A call to action for employers: Why apprenticeships require time and investment but remain the only solution to the shortage of skilled labor in the trades.