
Hendrick G.
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About me
President at The Flying Locksmiths - Pittsburgh
Education

The University of Auckland Business School
2011 - 2011Executive Education Certificate Finance for Non-Financial ManagersThe purpose of the Finance for Non-Financial Managers Course is to give managers who have not come up on Accounting or Finance related career paths an appreciation of the differences between Financial Accounting, Management Accounting and Financial Management. The course introduces managers to modern financial tools and assists them to better utilize these tools in the management of their business. Finance for Non-Financial Managers underlines the importance of understanding value… Show more The purpose of the Finance for Non-Financial Managers Course is to give managers who have not come up on Accounting or Finance related career paths an appreciation of the differences between Financial Accounting, Management Accounting and Financial Management. The course introduces managers to modern financial tools and assists them to better utilize these tools in the management of their business. Finance for Non-Financial Managers underlines the importance of understanding value measurement, so that key value drivers can be identified and managed. Show less

Mt Eliza Business School
2013 -Certificate Leadership Development Program (CCL - Center for Creative Leadership)The Leadership Development Program develops leaders who are capable of bridging levels and functions in their organisation, leading other managers and turning strategy into action. It equips managers with the skills needed to manage from the ‘middle zone’ and connect the strategy and the everyday work. The program focuses on giving managers the skills needed to bridge the gap between senior management and the front line, collaborate across the organization, manage complexity, build resilience… Show more The Leadership Development Program develops leaders who are capable of bridging levels and functions in their organisation, leading other managers and turning strategy into action. It equips managers with the skills needed to manage from the ‘middle zone’ and connect the strategy and the everyday work. The program focuses on giving managers the skills needed to bridge the gap between senior management and the front line, collaborate across the organization, manage complexity, build resilience in themselves and others, think and act systemically, and convert strategy into action. Show less

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
2010 - 2010Executive Education Certificate New Product Innovation, Development & Implementation StrategyNew Product Innovation, Development and Implementation Strategies program provides innovators with the frameworks, tools, and perspectives that will help effectively develop and market new products. Incorporating cutting-edge thinking and best practices in new product development, the program is designed to allow managers to both create and modify their organization’s new product development process and position their firm to gain a strategic competitive advantage.

The Kiski School
1991 - 1993College Prep College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma ProgramKiski has a long history and a rich heritage dating back to 1888. The educational philosophy of Kiski’s founder, Dr. Andrew Wilson, was greatly influenced by the preceptorial system he experienced as a Princeton University student. Today, this teaching method – based on small classes and individualized tutorial sessions – remains the defining element of the Kiski experience. A traditional college preparatory curriculum is enhanced by diverse offerings in the arts and a robust technology… Show more Kiski has a long history and a rich heritage dating back to 1888. The educational philosophy of Kiski’s founder, Dr. Andrew Wilson, was greatly influenced by the preceptorial system he experienced as a Princeton University student. Today, this teaching method – based on small classes and individualized tutorial sessions – remains the defining element of the Kiski experience. A traditional college preparatory curriculum is enhanced by diverse offerings in the arts and a robust technology program. Small classes allow teachers , almost all of whom live on campus, to model the habits we expect our students to learn and practice: honesty, civility, tenacity and open-mindedness. Our teachers are experts in the education of young men. Most importantly, Kiski faculty is committed to helping students develop what many have termed 21st century skills - the proficiencies they will need to survive and thrive in college and beyond. Show less

Duquesne University
2000 - 2002Master of Business Administration (MBA) Marketing and Strategic PlanningActivities and Societies: Graduate Student Advisory Board The MBA Program at the John F. Donahue Graduate School of Business at Duquesne University is designed to produce today's future business leaders. Committed to developing competent management professionals that understand an organization as a holistic system that integrates diverse disciplines and talents to deliver value with integrity through the ability to tie theory to practice, maximizing performance from human, financial, physical and information capitalcommunicate across… Show more The MBA Program at the John F. Donahue Graduate School of Business at Duquesne University is designed to produce today's future business leaders. Committed to developing competent management professionals that understand an organization as a holistic system that integrates diverse disciplines and talents to deliver value with integrity through the ability to tie theory to practice, maximizing performance from human, financial, physical and information capitalcommunicate across organizational levels, functional disciplines and culturesidentify, analyze and evaluate strategic issues and processes in dynamic organizations and marketsmotivate people to achieve goals. Show less

Duquesne University
1995 - 1998Bachelor's of Science Business Administration & International BusinessThe international business program from Duquesne University prepares individuals for managerial careers in the global marketplace. Anticipating the demands of the discipline, Duquesne's international business program teaches students not simply how to conduct business, but also how to conduct business with an understanding of world markets and political and cultural sensitivity.
Experience

ARDEX Americas
Feb 2001 - Mar 2003Project Specialist (Product Marketing)Conducted targeted research projects on new product opportunities, installation application development, and effectiveness of marketing strategy for the North American market for marketing manager and national sales manager. Researched international markets, working with local sales team to review/understand market structure, product strategy and sales approaches.

ARDEX Americas
Jan 2004 - Dec 2010Responsible for the ARDEX & HENRY Marketing & Technical Department, including Marketing Communications, Product Management, Technical Services, Application Development and Business Development functions. Managed a team of 5 managers and 19 team members. Executed an aggressive marketing improvement plan on internal / external customer support and reinforced the ARDEX and HENRY brands in the North American marketplace. Led new product innovation team in launching 29 new products in 2009 and 2010. Worked with Business Development Team on developing two strategic alliances to move ARDEX in key adjacencies. Show less Responsible for ARDEX and HENRY Tile & Stone Installation Product Brands and performance of platform P&L’s. Planned and executed product development, brand, marketing, and communications strategies for product platform. Interfaced with local and international research and development teams, global product champions, and national sales force to align tactical field actions to product platform goals and corporate strategic objectives. Met with commercial and retail customers to assist product placement and drive sales. Coordinated support activities for product line with Marketing Department. Show less Developed, implemented, and executed strategic marketing plan for the launch of HENRY Branded Tile Installation Products Program. Worked with the HENRY National Account Team to maximize all retail sales and product placement opportunities. Researched international markets and global product portfolio to identify new product opportunities for the North American marketplace and implement localization with local HENRY R&D and ARDEX R&D (Germany). Oversaw daily operation of the HENRY Marketing Department. Show less
Director of Marketing
Jan 2009 - Dec 2010Product Platform Manager, Tile & Stone Installation Products
May 2006 - Dec 2008Product & Marketing Communications Manager
Jan 2004 - Apr 2006

ARDEX New Zealand Ltd
Jan 2011 - Feb 2015Responsible for the management and direction of all ARDEX business activities within New Zealand. Restructured commercial sales team and established sales training program. Expanded ARDEX and DUNLOP business into Concrete & Crack Repair. Established new product innovation process to help develop new business. Managed a team of 4 senior managers and 4 managers and responsible for 54 employees. Annual sales over $ 20.5 million. Member – ARDEX Australasia Management TeamMember – ARDEX Global M&A Team Show less Responsible for the management and direction of all ARDEX business activities within New Zealand. Restructured commercial sales team and established sales training program. Expanded ARDEX and DUNLOP business into Concrete & Crack Repair. Established new product innovation process to help develop new business. Managed a team of 4 senior managers and 4 managers and responsible for 54 employees. Annual sales over $ 20.5 million. Member – ARDEX Australasia Management TeamMember – ARDEX Global M&A Team Show less
Managing Director
Jan 2013 - Feb 2015General Manager
Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

Helios Holdings, LLC
Sept 2016 - nowPresident
The Flying Locksmiths - Pittsburgh
Oct 2016 - nowPresidentThe Flying Locksmiths - Pittsburgh, is a commercial locksmith provider that provides our customers the highest quality in service and security solutions. If it is on a door, we handle it! Whether its a simple mechanical lock or the latest in high technology access systems, The Flying Locksmiths - Pittsburgh can provide your organization a complete security solution.
Licenses & Certifications

Certificate in International Business
Duquesne UniversityMay 1998
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer
Issued by Mountaineer Boys & Girls Club on Jul 2015
Associated with Hendrick G.Volunteer
Issued by Habitat for Humanity International on Jan 2008
Associated with Hendrick G.Guest Lecturer
Issued by West Virginia University on Jan 2007
Associated with Hendrick G.
Languages
- enEnglish
- geGerman
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