Walter Klaus’ 40-Year Journey at LDC
Walter Klaus reflects on his journey from junior assistant to Port Execution Regional Manager, over four decades at LDC in Argentina – a story of commitment, professional growth and passion for a job that has constantly challenged him. How did you join LDC, and what do you remember from that first day, 40 years ago? […]
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Part 3: A New Millennium
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Part 2: The Seed That Fed Humanity
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OUR ROOTS | FEB 20, 2017
Part 3: The Seed That Fed Humanity
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