Chuck Drake

Chuck Drake is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the die casting and automotive industries. Currently serving as the Regional Account Manager for the Die Cast Division at Chem-Trend since July 2018, Chuck has previously held key positions as Operations Manager and Account Manager at HERCO, LLC, where oversight included project management within the Diecast Mold Equipment Solutions Division. Prior to HERCO, Chuck operated Drake's Rides -N- Repair LLC, a full-service used car dealership. With a solid engineering background, Chuck spent over 14 years at Honda Transmission Mfg. of America, Inc., where roles included Staff Engineer, Project Manager, and Engineering Coordinator, leading significant plant expansions and installations of high-pressure die casting machines. Educational credentials include military training as a Light Wheel Vehicle specialist in the US Army and a certificate in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology from Greenville Vocational.