Louisville, KY – (July 2, 2025) – AXN Heavy Duty, a leading manufacturer of axles, suspensions and aftermarket products for the heavy-duty trailer, truck and off-road equipment market, has appointed Gary Ganaway as the new Commercial Director.
As Commercial Director, Gary is responsible for all sales and marketing functions and will report to Renato Franco, Managing Director, Randoncorp North America. Gary’s leadership and expertise will be instrumental in driving growth and expanding AXN Heavy Duty’s impact in the industry.
Gary brings a depth of expertise in commercial vehicle operations, strategic growth, market leadership and technical innovation. Before joining AXN, he worked in the RAM Truck & Van division at Stellantis and at Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems. Gary holds an MBA from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University and a Professional Certificate in Marketing of Technology Products from the California Institute of Technology.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Gary to the AXN family and look forward to the leadership, expertise and innovation he’ll bring to our brand,” said Renato Franco, Managing Director, Randoncorp North America. “With his business strategy insights and deep knowledge of our industry, he will be instrumental in advancing our company and our standing in the market.”
Learn more about AXN Heavy Duty at https://axn-usa.com/.
About AXN Heavy Duty
AXN Heavy Duty manufactures high-performance undercarriage solutions for the heavy-duty trailer, truck and off-road equipment industries. Founded in 2009, the company is a single-source provider offering premium axles, suspensions, aftermarket products and more. As an American supplier, AXN ensures high-quality production and reliable supply chain solutions for customers across North America.
AXN Heavy Duty is owned by Randoncorp and headquartered in Louisville, KY.