A DAY IN THE LIFE OF ...
STEVEN LANGE
STEVEN LANGE has been managing the KPM store since 2018
and the neighboring outlet in Potsdam, which together are affectionately
affectionately called "Friedrichstandort"
How did you come to KPM Berlin?
My key experience was buying a KPM figure. The passion with which the saleswoman presented the product inspired me so much that it was an easy decision to apply for a job at KPM. I am happy to be part of this family.
How do you start your working day?
My working day starts with a cup of coffee from our KURLAND service, after which I review the previous day with my colleagues and then we start a successful day together.
What exactly does that look like?
When the weather is good, we sit in the outdoor area of the Brandenburg Gate Hotel, which is right next to our store, with which we work on various levels and which uses the KPM URBINO tableware for breakfast. We exchange ideas there: What's on the agenda? Which customer orders need to be discussed? Of course, we also talk about private matters and drink coffee from KPM mugs.
Steven Lange prefers to work together:
The team at the Friedrich site starts every working day with a cup of coffee from KPM tableware and an update
What makes the Friedrich location in Potsdam so special?
The combination of long-standing regular customers, German and international tourists. It is not uncommon for us to send our porcelain to the USA or even Bangladesh. The combination of store and outlet means that there is something for every budget and the different designs appeal to all age groups.
What else characterizes the location still characterized?
Two team members are trained porcelain painters and used to work at KPM Manufaktur before switching to sales. Sometimes they paint on site here in the store, giving customers an impression of how much attention to detail, craftsmanship and time goes into the individual pieces.
What does your private KPM collection include?
My enthusiasm for our products is as strong as it was when I first bought them. My collection includes various vases from classic to modern, all my Christmas decorations and a beautiful figure - HORSE ON SOLE. I would be delighted to transfer a little spark of passion from me to the customer in the one or other customer conversation in order to kindle a passion for collecting.
Text: Alissa Selge
Pictures: Paulina Hildesheim