New Beginnings and Taking Root

Jebsen & Jessen Hamburg has proudly hosted Corporate Culture Day, a significant milestone in enhancing our onboarding experience. This special event is designed to help new colleagues understand not just what we do, but who we are as a company.

Corporate Culture Day is an effort to let new colleagues feel welcomed, valued and most importantly aligned with our culture. It also plays a crucial role in providing insights into our history, values and the people behind our success. 

Led by our Managing Partner, Fritz von der Schulenburg, the day begins with an in-depth introduction to the family history of our company and the broader family enterprise, including our sister companies, the Jebsen Group and the Jebsen & Jessen Group. The reason why this session exists is because we believe that learning about Jebsen & Jessen’s roots will help new colleagues appreciate the journey that has shaped us, but most importantly, it is to highlight how Jebsen & Jessen defines our core values as the centre of everything we do. 

HR Department Manager Lena Schierbrock then takes over to provide an insightful overview of Jebsen & Jessen Hamburg’s workforce, offering new colleagues a clearer perspective on the people and structures that drive our organisation. 

And of course, how could we forget about a perfect meal? We invite our new colleagues to gather at the JJBistro to enjoy a meal together to let our new colleagues connect with one another, both inside and outside their immediate teams. These informal moments contribute to fostering meaningful relationships and a true sense of belonging. 

To end the session, Department Manager Corporate Communications & Marketing Hanna Priebe shifts our focus to what truly defines us: our values. Saving the best for last, this workshop is where new colleagues explore the four pillars of corporate identity: Open-minded, Competent, Innovative, Family Spirit. This discussion is insightful and inspiring, making us reflect on what these values mean in our daily work and how they shape our company culture, reinforcing the strong foundation we all contribute to.

For us at Jebsen & Jessen Hamburg, this Corporate Culture Day is an investment not only in our people but also our future. ​ We are proud of the enthusiasm and engagement from everyone who participates, and we look forward to making Corporate Culture Day a lasting tradition.