G abriele Gebauer is a German billionaire and a major shareholder in MEWA Textil-Service, one of Europe's leading textile management companies. The business was founded in 1908 by her grandfather, Hermann Gebauer, and has remained a family-owned enterprise for over a century. MEWA specializes in the rental and leasing of industrial textiles, providing full-service solutions for workwear, protective clothing, and industrial cleaning cloths to businesses across Europe.

Gebauer ran the company for many years before stepping back from operational leadership in 2014, though she remains a key figure in its ownership structure. Under the family's stewardship, MEWA has pioneered sustainable textile services, utilizing a circular business model that washes and reuses industrial fabrics, significantly reducing waste. The company serves over 190,000 customers from dozens of locations across Europe, solidifying its position as a market leader in the B2B textile services sector.