November 12, 2015 - Osborn, based in Richmond, Ind., hired André Pelletier (pictured) as its director of sales for its distribution division.

As director of sales for Osborn, which makes industrial brushes, polishing compounds and buffs, Pelletier’s will manage Osborn’s North American sales team in selling to commercial distribution. Pelletier has more than 25 years of experience working in sales, marketing and customer service. He's new to the brush industry.

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. 

“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.”