Oliver Stepe Becomes First American President Of YKK AP

In 2016, Oliver Stepe, then SVP of Sales, was promoted to President of YKK AP America Inc., ushering in new initiatives and cultural changes while preserving the values of the YKK AP group.  Joining YKK AP in 1992, he has grown with the company and experienced many roles along the way. In his first year, Oliver appointed the company’s first minority director and led business expansion to the west coast.