Chad Hellwig

Chad Hellwig has a diverse range of work experience in various roles and industries. Chad started their career as a Mechanical Engineer at Caterpillar Inc. in 1997 and worked there until 2001. Chad then joined United Defense, where they served as a Sr. Mechanical Engineer and later as a Principle Contracts Representative. In 2005, they transitioned to The Toro Company, where they worked as a Product Marketing Manager until 2006. Since 2006, they have been with Graco, where they have held different positions, including Product Marketing Manager, Director of Sales & Marketing, Vice President - Worldwide Sales and Marketing, and currently as Vice President - Business Development.

Chad Hellwig holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management, which they obtained between 2001 and 2004. Chad also has a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Management from Northern State University and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from South Dakota State University. Additionally, they have obtained a certification in Merger Week from Kellogg Executive Education in 2022.