Osborn, supplier of industrial brushes, polishing compounds and buffs, hired André Pelletier as its director of sales for its distribution division.
 
As director of sales, Pelletier’s responsibilities include managing Osborn’s North American sales team in selling to commercial distribution. New to the brush industry, Pelletier has more than 25 years of experience working in sales, marketing and customer service.
 
Prior to joining Osborn, Pelletier worked as a vice president of sales and marketing for Emcon Associates, a national sales manager for Organized Living/SCHULTE, a regional sales manager for Knape and Vogt and several other positions in the IT, furniture and tool industries. Throughout his career, Pelletier earned a number of awards for his outstanding performances within the marketing and sales positions he held for various companies.
 
“Osborn is happy to welcome André to our sales team,” said Mark C. Johnson, vice president of sales and marketing at Osborn. “His knack for sales has generated millions of dollars for past employers, and we’re excited to see him bring that same passion to Osborn.”
 
Pelletier currently lives in Cincinnati and holds a bachelor’s degree from Miami University in finance.