Paul Schiefer
The son of a major figure in the furniture showcase dynasty of Schiefer and Sons, Paul was no stranger to manufacturing, although his interests were in the automotive field and not in furniture. Paul loved cars and making them go fast. As a brilliant engineer and engine builder, he invented the all-aluminum flywheel clutch assembly. He wisely patented this invention that included a special metal-sprayed bronze friction surface. During the ’60s, Paul guided his company to become the largest specialty drive-train component manufacturing company in the world, with customers in virtually every racing field.