Ron Cocquyt

Ron Cocquyt, President of Hylander Management LLC, has maintained his business coaching practice since 1992. Prior to that, Mr. Cocquyt was President and co-founder of Monarch Products, manufacturer of a patented method for sterilizing surgical instruments. Mr. Cocquyt was the inventor of this product and with his partners built an international company that was eventually sold to Johnson & Johnson.

Mr. Cocquyt has also been involved in the establishment and development of two other medical companies, both of which still exist today. Along with his business experience, he has spent extensive time in both minor and professional hockey as a coach, administrator, and evaluator. He now combines his coaching experience with his business acumen to successfully advise and mentor the owners of a variety of small and medium-sized businesses.

Mr. Cocquyt earned his degree in marketing and finance from the University of Detroit. His accomplishments also include licenses as a commercial pilot and flight instructor and yacht racing. He is the father of two highly accomplished daughters, both graduates of the University of Notre Dame. His wife Jackie holds advanced degrees in education and currently serves as his assistant, providing writing and editing services to various clients.