Ernest B. Hardy

Ernest B. Hardy serves as the Chairman of the Board for ObjectBuilders. Ernest’s 35 years of experience as an entrepreneur and business owner in a variety of industries gives him a well-seasoned perspective which perfectly complements ObjectBuilders’ needs as a rapidly growing company.

Throughout his 35 year career, Ernest has held a wide range of executive positions in operations, finance and sales.  He has also successfully lobbied state, federal and foreign governments in furtherance of his businesses to create win-win relationships between the public and private sectors.  As an entrepreneur and business owner, Ernest has a proven ability in driving sales, developing operations and delivering shareholder value.

Ernest graduated from Harvard University with a B.A. in economics.  He also holds graduate degrees in business from Harvard University and a degree in strategic planning from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

At Harvard Ernest was captain of the Harvard Basketball Team.  While studying for his graduate degree, Ernest served as First Assistant Coach of the Harvard Basketball Team.  After graduating from Harvard, Ernest played professional basketball for the Detroit Pistons.

In addition to serving as Chairman of the Board for ObjectBuilders, Ernest is currently involved in several oil and gas projects and financial services projects.   Ernest has owned and operated oil refineries with holdings throughout the world and continues to be well known and respected in the oil and gas industry.

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