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Former Polaris CEO To Lead Abound Solar

Thomas Tiller, previously chief executive officer at outdoor vehicle maker Polaris Industries, will take the helm at the solar module maker on Jan. 18.

LOVELAND, Colo. (AP) -- Solar module maker Abound Solar has named Thomas Tiller as its chief executive officer.

He officially takes over Jan. 18 from interim CEO Doug Schatz, who will assume the role of chairman of the board of directors.

Tiller previously was chief executive officer at Polaris Industries, which makes outdoor recreational vehicles. He also has held executive positions for divisions of General Electric Co.

Abound Solar has administrative offices in Loveland, a research lab in Fort Collins and a plant in Longmont.