Peter Chatel has a 25+ year record in strengthening the financial, competitive, and operational performance of companies. Most recently, he was Global Vice President of Marketing, R&D, and National Accounts at Senco Brands, the leader in fasteners and power fastening tools for use in residential, commercial & industrial applications. He was recruited by the company’s CEO and Board of Directors after it was purchased by a private firm to lead its commercial turnaround.Previously, Pete was President and Chief Operating Officer a WMH Tool Group, a global tool and equipment manufacturer and marketer that is part of Walter Meier Holdings. He also served as Vice President General Manager at Rothenberger USA, a manufacturer of plumbing tools and machine that was formed through a joint venture with Greenlee Textron, USA.Peter was formerly at Pentair Tool Group, where he served as Vice President / General Manager of Porter Cable at, and Vice President / General Manager of Delta Machinery. Prior to Pentair Tool Group, Pete spent several years at Black & Decker. He started at the company in account management, sales management, and industrial marketing management roles and continued to progress as Director of Sales & Marketing, General Manager, Director of Brand Management – DeWalt, and General Manager, Laser Products Group – DeWalt. Pete’s experience at Black & Decker spanned cities in Canada, Maryland, Florida, and New Zealand.Pete received his Bachelor of Arts in Business Marketing and his Master of Business Administration from Loyola University of Maryland. Strengths:  * Strategy Development & Execution  * Startup, Turnaround & Change Management * P&L and Operations Management  * Mergers, Acquisitions & Joint Ventures  * Lean Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management  * Sales, Marketing & Brand Management  * Product Development & Commercialization  * Team Recruitment, Development & Retention