Darren Gruendel

Darren Gruendel has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Darren is currently the Chief Executive Officer at Gold Medal Environmental since January 2020. Prior to this, they worked as an Operating Partner/Consultant at National Truck Protection/Kinderhook Industries from November 2017 to September 2022. Darren also served as the CEO/COO/CMO/Consultant at Longevity Alliance from 2008 to March 2017. Darren began their self-employment as a Consultant in August 2007 before joining San Vito Ristorante Italiano as a COO/Partner in January 2004. Darren also held the position of President at Primary MultiCraft from October 2001 to December 2003. Before entering the private sector, Darren worked as a Strategy and Organization Consultant at TechTrader in 2000. Darren started their career in the military, serving as an Assistant Assignment Monitor, Officer Assignments at Headquarters, United States Marine Corps from February 1996 to May 1999, and as a Platoon Commander and Company Executive Officer in the 1st Marine Division from September 1992 to January 1996.

Darren Gruendel earned an MBA degree in Strategy, Marketing, Org Behavior, Technology and E-commerce from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management between 1999 and 2001. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History (American Studies) from Yale University, graduating between 1987 and 1991.