Proterra, a manufacturer of zero-emission public transportation vehicles based in Greenville, SC, announced the appointment of David Bennett as its new chief executive officer.

Bennett brings significant experience in the power unit and vehicle industry, acting most recently as vice president of business development for the industrial sector for Eaton. He also served in other operational and corporate managerial roles with Honeywell and General Electric. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Duke University and a master of business administration degree from Drexel University.