Eric Harnischfeger
About Eric Harnischfeger
Eric Harnischfeger is a Product Marketing Manager specializing in Multi-Family Electronics at Spectrum Brands, Inc. He holds an MBA from the Rochester Institute of Technology and has extensive experience in product management within the electronic access control and smart home industries.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Eric Harnischfeger currently serves as the Product Marketing Manager for Multi-Family Electronics at Spectrum Brands, Inc. He has held this position since 2022. In this role, he leads a cross-functional team dedicated to developing hardware and software solutions tailored for the North American market, specifically within the multi-family electronic access control sector. His responsibilities include overseeing product development and commercialization efforts, ensuring that the offerings meet market demands and align with industry standards.
Previous Experience at Bosch Security and Safety Systems
Prior to his current role, Eric Harnischfeger worked at Bosch Security and Safety Systems in various product management positions. He was the Product Manager for Global Residential & Commercial Systems and Controls from 2015 to 2019 in Fairport, NY, where he focused on product strategy and market implementation. He then transitioned to the role of Product Manager for EMEA & Oceania Systems and Controls from 2019 to 2021 in Munich, Germany, managing product lines across multiple regions. His last position at Bosch was as Product Manager for Global Commercial Systems and Controls in 2021, which he held for five months.
Education and Expertise
Eric Harnischfeger holds a Master of Business Administration from the Rochester Institute of Technology - Saunders College of Business, where he studied Marketing. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Marketing Management from Keuka College. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in product development and commercialization, particularly within the electronic access control and smart home industries.
Specialization in Electronic Access Control
Eric specializes in product development and commercialization within the electronic access control and smart home sectors. His experience encompasses leading cross-functional teams and managing product lifecycles from conception through market launch. He focuses on creating innovative solutions that address the needs of multi-family housing and enhances security and access control systems.