Tadano America Appoints Jack Fendrick as Chief Operating Officer
- Meagan Wood
- Jan 13, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 3
30 Second Takeaway
Tadano America Corporation has appointed industry veteran Jack Fendrick as Chief Operating Officer, effective January 13, 2025. With nearly 30 years of crane industry leadership experience, Fendrick will play a key role in strengthening operational efficiency, supporting strategic growth, and advancing Tadano’s presence across North America.
Three Decades of Crane Industry Experience
Fendrick brings nearly 30 years of experience in the crane and lifting sector, with a proven history of scaling operations and leading complex organizations. Over the past two decades, he has held senior leadership roles including General Manager, Vice President, Pr
esident, and COO, overseeing significant expansion of crane businesses throughout North America.
His background spans both dealer-level sales and branch management, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of customer expectations, service delivery, and fleet support experience that aligns closely with Tadano America’s customer-focused strategy.
Executive Confidence from Tadano Leadership
Dean Barley, President and CEO of Tadano America Corporation, said the appointment reflects confidence in Fendrick’s leadership and industry knowledge:
“Jack’s career is marked by a consistent history of growth and success in the businesses he has led. His experience encompasses sales and branch management at the dealer level, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of our customers' needs and the necessary support for Tadano's continued growth in North America. Jack possesses the ideal blend of leadership skills and experience that will enable Tadano America to realize its growth objectives within the lifting industry.”
Barley added that his long-standing professional relationship with Fendrick reinforces confidence in the appointment.
A Commitment to Growth and Collaboration
In response to his appointment, Fendrick expressed enthusiasm for joining Tadano America’s leadership team:
“Tadano has built an exceptional reputation and value as a leader in the lifting industry, and I am eager to contribute to guiding the dedicated team of high-performing individuals at Tadano America.”
Fendrick will be based at Tadano America’s corporate headquarters in Houston, Texas, working closely with executive leadership to support operational alignment and continued expansion.
About Tadano America Corporation
Tadano America Corporation is the North American subsidiary of the Tadano Group, providing sales, service, and support for Tadano’s extensive range of mobile cranes, rough-terrain cranes, all-terrain cranes, and lifting solutions across the region.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Tadano America plays a key role in supporting customers throughout North America with a strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and lifecycle support.
Tadano America: https://www.tadanoamerica.com
About the Tadano Group
Founded in 1955, the Tadano Group developed Japan’s first hydraulic truck crane and has since grown into a global leader in lifting solutions. The company operates worldwide, guided by its Corporate Philosophy of Creation, Contribution, and Cooperation.
Tadano delivers its Core Values – Safety, Quality, and Efficiency Based on Compliance (C+SQE) across every product and service, supporting infrastructure, energy, industrial, and construction projects worldwide.
🔗 Tadano Group: https://www.tadano-global.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jack Fendrick?
Jack Fendrick is a crane industry executive with nearly 30 years of experience in operational leadership, business growth, and dealer-level management across North America.
What will Jack Fendrick’s role be at Tadano America?
As COO, Fendrick will support business strategy execution, operational efficiency, and organizational growth across Tadano America’s crane operations.
When did the appointment take effect?
The appointment became effective on January 13, 2025.
Where will Jack Fendrick be based?
He will be based at Tadano America’s corporate headquarters in Houston, Texas.
Why is this appointment significant for Tadano America?
The move strengthens Tadano America’s executive leadership team and supports the company’s ongoing expansion and customer-focused growth strategy in North America.
