Albert earned his experience as a "Sparky" after joining the U.S. Navy in 1941. After serving his tour of duty in the South Atlantic, he attended the University of California at Berkeley, graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in Naval Science, psychology, and history.

Deciding to move to Phoenix in 1947, Albert joined Cannon & Gross Electrical Co. as an apprentice electrician. His vast experience and work ethic brought him Outstanding Apprentice honors by the IBEW and allowed him to rapidly become Manager of the company's Contracting and Electrical Service Division. Soon thereafter, he became Cannon & Watson's Superintendent in charge of construction. In 1957, Albert resigned his position as President of Local 640 to become Ernie Cannon's new partner and Cannon & Wendt Electric Co. was born. He became president and sole owner in 1964.

Albert's intense interest in the electrical industry has led him to be involved in many activities. He pioneered the industry's Market Recovery Program - patterned around the country in 1984, developed an appraisal/evaluation tool that fits all electrical field employees, and produced the film The Last Chance - which emphasizes solutions for staying competitive. As a strong advocate for education and training, Albert donated a substantial amount to the Electrical Contracting Foundation, recognized as 'The Al and Margaret Wendt Trust' and used to launch the Foundation's Center for Academic Excellence.

His many accommodations include the National Electrical Contractors Association's (NECA) Coggeshall Award, Comstock Award, and James H. McGraw Award. Albert has also recieved "Electrical Industry Man of the Year", and "Small Businessman of the Year" with honors.