Difference Makers

UM-Dearborn Difference Makers are at the forefront of their fields.
They’re improving the lives of others and making an impact on campus and in our local communities.

Distinguished Alumnus of the Year
Kris
Pfaehler
Distinguished Alumnus of the Year
Class of
1977
College
College of Business
Area of Study
Business Administration

Difference Makers

UM-Dearborn Difference Makers are at the forefront of their fields. They’re improving the lives of others and making an impact on campus and in our local communities.

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Kris's Story

Kris Pfaehler (’77 B.B.A.) has 40 years of executive sales, business development, and strategy experience in the manufacturing industries including automotive, agriculture, and construction. He has led global sales organizations for several manufacturing suppliers, with operations and sales offices in the US, Canada, Mexico, across Europe, Japan, Korea, and China. In June 2016, Pfaehler formed Sand Dollar Global Advisors LLC, a consulting practice focusing on helping manufacturing companies achieve revenue growth. Pfaehler is a member of the College of Business Board of Advisors and established, along with his wife Ruth, the Kris and Ruth Pfaehler Endowed Scholarship. He has lead volunteer efforts at UM-Dearborn and within metro Detroit and southwest Florida communities.