 In 2013, Rolf Fehlbaum withdrew from daily business operations with the company.Rolf Fehlbaum became acquainted with prominent designers such as George Nelson and Charles and Ray Eames at an early age – initially in his role as a translator for his father.In 1960, a trip to the United States lasting several months gave him the opportunity to meet George Nelson in New York City, the Eameses in Los Angeles and Alexander Girard  in New Mexico.