Rachid Bendali

Rachid Bendali is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the engineered materials sector and aerospace and defense industry. Currently, Rachid serves as the President of the Engineered Materials Group at Parker Hannifin and previously held the position of Vice President of Global Operations within the same group. Rachid's career at LORD Corporation, now part of Parker Hannifin, spanned over two decades, culminating in the role of Vice President & General Manager for the Global NVH Division. Prior roles included various leadership positions focusing on global sales, marketing, and business development in aerospace and defense. Rachid also contributed as a Board Member for Children's Flight of Hope from 2019 to April 2023. Educational qualifications include an MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from The University of Akron.