85 years

RAHN-Group

85 years

RAHN-Group

We're celebrating – Happy Birthday RAHN

This year is a special one for us – RAHN-Group is proudly celebrating 85 years of innovation, quality and strong customer relationships. Since our founding in 1940, we have grown from a small Swiss company to a global enterprise driven by passion, dedication and the trust.

This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the loyalty of our customers, the commitment of our employees and the support of our partners. As we look ahead, we remain committed to innovation, excellence and creating value.

Thank you for being a part of our journey – here’s to our next 85 years!

A special milestone – voices on the anniversary

Whether 5, 10 or 30 years – behind every anniversary is a person, a journey, a contribution. Every anniversary tells a story. Here, colleagues tell us what has made their time at RAHN special for them. Their stories and memories show what RAHN is all about: commitment, solidarity and passion.

What does your anniversary mean to you personally?

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I have been a passionate part of the RAHN family for 20 years and have been a fan from the very first minute, because I can live my values: freedom and independence with security at the same time. I love the variety and challenge and I can continue to grow every day. I appreciate the respectful and appreciative interaction at all levels as well as the co-operative and friendly way of working together. I am proud to be part of this wonderful community and I look forward to many more successful, dynamic and magical years to come.

 

Anja Haack, at RAHN for 20 years
Senior Technical Sales Manager Cosmetics

My path at RAHN began 25 years ago – without realising how many chapters this journey would write. What started out as a job in Technical Sales became a matter of the heart over the years. I was able to help shape new markets, develop myself further, deepen my knowledge and ultimately do what is particularly close to my heart: bringing people and ideas together.
But what really characterises my journey here is not the positions, but the people. Colleagues who have become friends. A working environment defined by trust, openness and mutual support. For me, RAHN is not just an employer – it is a place where I have been able to grow, both professionally and personally.
Today, after 25 years, I look back on this time with great gratitude. To the opportunities that were offered to me, to the doors that have opened again and again, and to the many shared moments that have made this journey so special. 

 

Daniela Guldimann, at RAHN for 25 years
Head of Marketing Cosmetics

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My anniversary is a special moment for me, reminding me of the day I signed my employment contract five years ago. A day full of joy. A moment I often remember and cherish is when I was filling and labelling various samples in the laboratory to send them to our customers.

 

Iashure Schöllkopf, at RAHN for 5 years
Office Management Supporter

What was your favourite or most surprising moment at RAHN?

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One of the best moments at RAHN was the warm welcome with a bouquet of flowers and a well-thought-out introductory programme. That was completely unexpected. Today I realise that this lovely welcome is an expression of the warm and familiar atmosphere at the family business RAHN AG.

 

Stefan Hettwer, at RAHN for 10 years
Senior R&D Manager Skin Care Cosmetic Actives 

15 years at RAHN – wow – time has flown by. I still remember my first days at work very well: I was welcomed very warmly from day one. The atmosphere that I experienced at RAHN, which is still there today, remains unique to me.
I have already experienced so many wonderful moments at RAHN, from small internal events such as table football tournaments, bowling and barbecue evenings to various exciting trade fair and supplier visits. Three moments that have remained special to me, however, were RAHN's 75th anniversary, moving into the renovated offices on D120 and the Global Sales Event 2024 in Schaffhausen.
What makes RAHN special for me are the employees, but also the way the company is managed, especially by Ana Patricia Rahn. It's nice to come to work every day, even when it's more stressful. It's like a second home for me.
I'm really looking forward to many more years at RAHN!

 

Javier Diaz, at RAHN for 15 years
Supply Chain Management EnergyCuring

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How would you describe your journey at RAHN in one sentence?

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My path at RAHN was positive throughout and I was able to work in a very motivated and committed team. I found the support I needed and was able to develop personally as a result.

 

Bernd Schmitt, at RAHN for 30 years
Head of Sales EnergyCuring

What makes RAHN/RadLab a special employer for you?

RAHN is a great employer for me because it gives me the feeling of being part of a big family. The working atmosphere is shaped by a strong sense of community in which every individual counts and is highly valued. People are the centre of attention. This is reflected in the way employees are treated and supported.
I particularly appreciate the fact that my own opinion is valued and that I can actively contribute to the design and improvement of processes. This appreciation of my ideas and contributions gives me the feeling of being heard and respected.
Overall, RAHN offers me not only a workplace, but an environment where I can develop personally and professionally while being part of a supportive and great team.  

 

Simona Bühler, at RAHN for 15 years
Sales Support + Marketing EnergyCuring

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For me, RAHN is a company that combines conservative values with progressive approaches and always treats me with appreciation and goodwill. I have a lot of freedom and the flat hierarchies give me the feeling that I am a part of a big family. Even after 10 years, I still really enjoy working for and at RAHN

 

Detlef Seidel, at RAHN for 10 years
Manager Safety & Regulatory Affairs Cosmetics

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The appreciative working atmosphere, the family-like environment, the varied range of tasks and the social commitment of the Rahn Foundation and the Rahn Kulturfonds make RAHN a unique employer for me. 

 

Monika Kamm, at RAHN for 10 years
Assistant to the Executive Management

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At RAHN, I have the opportunity to use my analytical knowledge to develop sustainable solutions for suppliers, customers, RAHN and RadLab. This allows me to make a contribution for future products.

 

Christoph Peter, at RAHN for 10 years
Analytical Chemist

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In particular, it is the great, highly motivated employees and the family-like, success-orientated teamwork that make RAHN a special employer for me. This is paired with a huge bouquet of a diverse, varied range of tasks, a formative knowledge culture, the international approach and the clear, conscious focus on the two operational areas. I am extremely grateful to have been a part of the RAHN-Group for so long.

 

René Guldimann, at RAHN for 30 years
Vice President Cosmetics

 

I appreciate RAHN as a modern employer that is aware of its roots as a family business and has given me the opportunity to work in a wide variety of departments and functions at Radlab over the years: from analytics to application technology.

 

Dominique Eichler, at RAHN for 25 years
Application Technician RadLab AG

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This anniversary marks the longest period of my professional career and is a time full of memories and personal development for me. In these 20 years, I have witnessed how the world has continuously changed, and unfortunately many important factors have faded into the background.
For me, however, people remain the decisive success factor at RAHN. I have experienced the power of a good team spirit, the importance of long-term thinking and the freedom to move and grow at first hand. Trust, openness to the opinions of others and a flat hierarchy are not just buzzwords for me, but values that we live by and that make up our success.
For me, success is not just about growth, but also about resilience. I have seen how our resilient employees have repeatedly mastered new challenges in an international environment. Without them, it would not have been possible to overcome the stormy times.
The true quality of a ship only becomes apparent when it has successfully weathered sea storms. The RAHN ship, with its dedicated staff, has proven that it is capable of continuing to discover new seas and open up new horizons. I am proud to be part of this journey. 

 

Philippe Aeby, at RAHN for 20 years
Head of International Sales Cosmetic Actives

RAHN is a very special employer for me because it offers the ideal balance between a good company size and a family environment. Despite its size, RAHN creates an atmosphere where every employee feels valued and part of a family. The modern working environment at RAHN not only supports productivity, but also the well-being of employees through the integration of innovative technologies and flexible working models. In addition, RAHN has a strong focus on service, which is reflected in the high quality and customer focused service. 

 

Matthias Kaufmann, at RAHN for 15 years
Head of Customer Service EnergyCuring

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Our RAHN History

1940
Founded as a one-man business by Hans Rahn (trading in chemicals)
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1965
Portfolio expanded to include raw materials for the cosmetics industry

 

 

1974
Hans Konrad Rahn takes over as the majority shareholder from his father
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1975
Distribution of medical equipment

 

1982
Three business areas: EnergyCuring, Cosmetics, Medtech

1984
RAHN GmbH founded in Germany

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1988
RAHN UK Ltd. founded in the United Kingdom

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1996
RadLab AG founded in Switzerland (joint venture with Walter Mäder AG)

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1998
RAHN USA Corp. founded in the United States

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1999
Development of own-brand active ingredients for cosmetics

2003
Rahn Foundation founded
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2004
Rahn Kulturfonds association founded
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2005
Spin-off of medical technology business

2006
Hans Konrad Rahn hands over the majority shareholder position to Ana Patricia Rahn Erden
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2011
RAHN Trading (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. founded in China

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2014
Cosmetics application laboratory opened at RAHN UK Ltd.
RAHN France Sarl founded in France

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2016
RAHN NL B.V. founded in the Netherlands

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2019
Laboratory opened at RAHN Trading (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.
Cosmetics expansion with own RAHN USA sales team

2021
Expansion into Hair Care RAHN-Cosmetic Actives
First RAHN Sustainability Report published

2022
25 year anniversary of RadLab AG in Killwangen
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2023
- 3D printing laboratory opened at RadLab AG
- 25 year anniversary of RAHN USA Corp.
- Introduction of the RAHN-Cosmetic Actives brand

2025
85 years of RAHN-Group
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