Rick Woods

Rick Woods has over 40 years of work experience in the hydraulic industry. Rick started their career at Linde Hydraulics in 1978, working as an Applications Engineer for 15 years. Rick then joined Voac Hydraulics as a Territory Manager, responsible for distribution growth and product management. In 1993, they also started working at Parker Hannifin as an Account Manager, a role they held for almost 20 years. In 2012, they became a Key Account Manager at Bucher Hydraulics, before transitioning to Linde Hydraulics - Americas in 2015 as a Key Accounts Manager. Currently, Rick holds the position of Director of New Business Development at Linde Hydraulics, a role they started in 2021.

Rick Woods has a background in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Youngstown State University. Rick also holds a certification as a Certified Fluid Power Hydraulic Specialist from the Fluid Power Certification Board.