His new firm, XLR-8 LLC, combines his 40-plus years of experience augmenting business performance with a team of professionals that has unparalleled skills fixing and growing companies. XLR-8 helps companies identify weaknesses and improve performance.
Widely recognized as one of the best operating executives in the United States, Bob Nardelli has grown the sales and profits of a number of multi-national corporations. During his nearly 30-year tenure at the General Electric Co., he quadrupled operating profits for GE Power Systems. As the Chairman and CEO, he then doubled the size of The Home Depot and helped save Chrysler Corp. and its iconic brands during the financial institution meltdown.
“Bob’s amazing ability to seek true innovation and unique solutions in every aspect of his career has provided enormous growth and progress for many Corporations Worldwide. From Finance to Management to Design to Retail to Branding to Marketing and all aspects of Consumer Development, he is the champion of holistic 360 leadership, a true entrepreneur.”
Founder and CEO of the Arnell Group
“Bob Nardelli is a magnificent leader whose wide-ranging business acumen is matched by his curiosity, integrity, intellect, creativity and heart. Bob strengthens others by generously sharing his knowledge of success and by encouraging standout innovation as well as teamwork.”
President and Co-Founder of SCAD
“Bob Nardelli is one of the finest and hardest working leaders I’ve ever worked with in my 40 years at GE. He role modeled the values and behaviors he expected from others and they stepped up to the challenge.”
President at Conaty Consulting LLC
“Bob has a long history providing strong leadership for businesses and improving their performance. There is no doubt he can use those skills to provide the advice needed for a successful enterprise.”
Chairman and CEO, Honeywell
“Bob Nardelli is a strong leader and a good man. His perspectives on strategy and leadership are rooted in one of the most dynamic business careers of our time. I always enjoy listening to Bob and learning from him.”
Chief Executive Officer, SAP
“Bob makes extraordinary contributions to team effectiveness – assessing issues, rallying talent and helping us achieve strategic progress. He brings a breadth of experience across multiple industry sectors. I have worked closely with him for years and have greatly valued and benefited from his perspective.”
EY, Americas Managing Partner