Lindemann Metal Recycling announced the appointment of Gunard Polite as general manager of sales for its North American operations. Originally from Chicago, Polite’s professional journey has been as dynamic as his early years.
After graduating with a degree and studies in broadcast and spending his formative years in media and marketing, Polite transitioned to a career in sales with Penske Truck Leasing. There, he honed his skills across transactional sales and long-term leasing agreements during a successful 10 year tenure. Most recently, he served as executive director of business development at XOS Trucks, a pioneering startup specializing in commercial electric vehicles.
In his new role, Polite is leading Lindemann’s North American sales team, focusing on strengthening customer relationships, and underlining the company’s position as the market’s premier OEM partner.
Published March 2025
