Apex Tool adds experienced executive

Apex Tool Group (ATG) announced the appointment of Pete Dyke to SVP, chief human resource officer. He will serve on the executive leadership team and report directly to Jim Roberts, CEO.

“Pete has significant experience driving HR, operations, and overall business process transformations. I am confident that this appointment will elevate ATG’s mission to become a high-performance organization,” said Roberts.

Dyke has more than 20 years of executive HR leadership experience with prominent brands like General Electric, Pentair and Innovative Water Care, said Apex.

He most recently served as the CHRO of Hillenbrand, Inc., where he developed and implemented the company’s first DEI action plan and transformed a decentralized organization structure into a globally consolidated operating model.

“I am very excited to join Apex Tool Group, which has a rich and deep legacy producing world-class hand and power tools,” said Dyke.

“As a woodworker, I’m very familiar with the outstanding brands represented by ATG. My top priority in leading the human resources function is ensuring that our associates have opportunities to make a meaningful impact for our customers while simultaneously growing their careers in a way that aligns with their professional needs," said Dyke.

Dyke has a Master of Labor Relations and a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Economics from Michigan State University.

Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Apex Tool Group is a manufacturer and supplier of hand and power tools, tool storage, drill chucks, chain and electrical soldering products for industrial, commercial and do-it-yourself applications.