Rich Denton
About Rich Denton
Rich Denton serves as the Director of Product Management at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2013. He has over 30 years of industry experience and has successfully promoted seven team members in the past five years due to his strong people development skills.
Current Role at Kennametal
Rich Denton currently serves as the Director of Product Management at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2013. Based in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, he oversees product management strategies and initiatives. His role involves managing complex projects and ensuring that objectives, timelines, and budgets are met. Denton has demonstrated strong leadership capabilities, particularly in people development, having successfully promoted seven team members in the past five years.
Previous Experience at Kennametal
Before his current role, Rich Denton worked at Kennametal for 25 years as the Director of Global Turning Products from 1988 to 2013. During this time, he gained extensive experience in managing product lines and developing market strategies. His long tenure at Kennametal allowed him to build a deep understanding of the industry and contribute significantly to the company's growth in the turning products sector.
Education and Expertise
Rich Denton earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology and Education from Illinois State University. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive career in the industrial sector. Denton possesses over 30 years of industry experience across various functions, including sales, marketing, manufacturing, and engineering, primarily in a B2B environment.
International Business Experience
Rich Denton has extensive international business experience, having traveled to over 25 countries for work-related purposes. This experience has equipped him with a global perspective on market dynamics and customer needs. His ability to develop and manage third-party relationships has been a key aspect of his career, enhancing his effectiveness in various roles.
Project Management Skills
Rich Denton has a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects within a matrix organization. His skills ensure that project objectives, timelines, and budgets are consistently met. This capability is critical in his current role as Director of Product Management, where he oversees various initiatives that require coordination across different teams and functions.