Taylor Made Group Names New President And Chief Executive Officer

September 8, 2016

Taylor Made Group, LLC has named Andrew P. Hider as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1, 2016. He will succeed Dennis Flint, who will continue to serve as the Executive Chairman. “I believe that Mr. Hider fits the leadership characteristics needed and has the experience necessary to lead The Taylor Made Group and all associated brands into the future,” said Flint. Hider joined The Taylor Made Group in May, as the President and COO. He previously served at the Danaher Corporation, where he was President of Veeder-Root, after holding several senior leadership roles at Danaher and General Electric Corporation. “I am honored and humbled by this exciting opportunity to lead The Taylor Made Group and work with Mr. Flint as the Chairman,” said Hider. “Taylor Made has a rich and deep history of cutting-edge innovation, quality, and an amazing set of products. Dennis Flint and the senior team have done a terrific job positioning the company to grow and provide solutions to our customers. I look forward to helping, as we shape the organization for the future.” Hider, 39, is a 1999 graduate of larkson University, where he received a Master’s in Business Administration. He currently lives in Saratoga Springs with his wife and two children.

About Taylor Made Group, LLC

Headquartered in Gloversville, N.Y., Taylor Made Group, LLC operates thirteen facilities in the United States, the Republic of Ireland, and the United Kingdom — with additional licensed affiliates in Australia, New Zealand, and Poland. In business for over 100 years, the Group is one of the recreational marine industry’s leading and most diversified suppliers. Additionally, providing products to numerous other industries, including agriculture, construction, mass transit, emergency, utility, and off-road vehicle builders; as well as the golf and automotive industries; and more. Employing over 1,000 associates, The Taylor Made Group distributes its products through a worldwide distribution network.