Rick Martich is the President of Hydraulics Motion Control Technology at Helios Technologies Inc., where he spearheads the strategic growth and innovation across the company's hydraulics and motion control portfolio. With more than 25 years of leadership in the fluid power industry, Martich brings deep expertise in electro-hydraulics, precision motion control, and integrated system solutions. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from the University of Florida, blending technical acumen with business savvy to drive operational excellence. Throughout his career, Martich has held progressive roles at industry leaders, including Vice President of Global Engineering at a major hydraulics firm, where he led the commercialization of cartridge valve technologies that enhanced system efficiency by over 40% and expanded market penetration in mobile equipment applications. His achievements include securing multiple patents for smart hydraulic actuators, orchestrating a successful division turnaround that doubled revenue in three years, and fostering key partnerships that integrated electronics with hydraulics ahead of industry trends. At Helios Technologies, Martich oversees brands such as Sun Hydraulics, Faster, and Enovation Controls, focusing on electrification, IoT-enabled controls, and sustainable hydraulic solutions for sectors like agriculture, construction, and industrial automation. Under his guidance, the division has achieved record profitability, launched award-winning products like advanced proportional valves, and positioned Helios as a global frontrunner in intelligent motion control technologies.