Transatlantic business leader brings proven board leadership, executive experience, and long-standing engagement with the German-American business community.
Atlanta, GA [May 7, 2026] – The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S. (GACC South) announces that Crispin Teufel, CEO of National Seating & Mobility, has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Teufel previously served as Chairman of GACC South from 2021 to 2025, guiding the Chamber through a period of growth, strengthened regional engagement, and expanded collaboration across the German-American business community. His return to the chairmanship marks a new chapter of continuity, experience, and strategic leadership for GACC South.
A long-standing leader within the broader German-American business network, Teufel brings extensive executive experience, a strong commitment to transatlantic collaboration, and a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges shaping transatlantic business in the Southern United States.
“Crispin Teufel has been a trusted leader, strategic voice, and dedicated advocate for our German-American business community for many years,”
said Matthias Hoffmann, President & CEO of GACC South.
“His return as Chairman brings valuable continuity at a time when companies are navigating complex market conditions, changing regulations, and new opportunities for growth across the Southern U.S. We look forward to working closely with him as we continue to strengthen GACC South’s role as a platform for transatlantic business success.”
Teufel is well known across the GACC network. In addition to his previous leadership at GACC South, he has served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the German American Chambers of Commerce, representing the organization on key issues affecting transatlantic trade and investment. He also serves as Vice Chairman of the Transatlantic Business Initiative and is an active member of the GACC South Florida Chapter Leadership Committee.
“GACC South plays a vital role in connecting companies, leaders, and regions across the transatlantic business corridor,”
said Crispin Teufel, CEO of National Seating & Mobility and Chairman of GACC South.
“I look forward to continuing this work with the Board, the GACC South team, and our members as we build on the Chamber’s strong foundation and support companies on both sides of the Atlantic in turning challenges into opportunities.”
As GACC South continues to support German companies expanding in the U.S. and American firms entering the German market, Teufel’s appointment reinforces the Chamber’s commitment to strong leadership, regional engagement, and practical support for the German-American business community.
About GACC South
Founded in 1978, the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S. (GACC South) promotes bilateral trade and investment between Germany and the United States. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with a branch office in Houston, Texas, GACC South serves eleven Southern states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Bahamas.
As one of the largest bi-national chambers in the U.S., GACC South is part of a global network of 150 German Chambers of Commerce Abroad across 93 countries. This international reach provides businesses with market insights, strategic connections, and growth opportunities.