Unifi appoints Kevin D Hall as CEO & member of BoD

05 May '17

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Unifi, Inc., US based leading producer of multi-filament polyester and nylon textured yarns and related raw materials, has announced the appointment of Kevin D Hall as chief executive officer and member of the board of directors, effective June 1. Thomas Caudle will continue to serve as Unifi's president, a position he has held since 2016.

Hall has more than three decades of experience in building global brands and serving private equity partners in development and execution of growth strategies in marketing-driven organisations, which includes Procter & Gamble, Hanesbrands and Fidelity Investments. He also serves on the advisory board for North Carolina based technology and analytics company, Inmar.

Commenting on the appointment, Unifi's president, Tom Caudle stated, "I am excited that Kevin is joining us. He brings a perspective and expertise to our business that will be invaluable, as well as a wonderful record of accomplishments and an uncommon commitment to the business and our people. I look forward to working closely with him to capitalise on Unifi's growth opportunities."

"Kevin brings more than thirty years of best-in-class strategic marketing and breakthrough brand development to Unifi," said Unifi's chairman, James Mead. "His substantial leadership and managerial experience in the apparel industry coupled with his strong track record of delivering results, developing licensing and business partner relationships will prove invaluable to Unifi in the execution of our strategic growth plan."

Hall said, "I am honoured by the board's selection. I look forward to working closely with the entire Unifi team in furthering its focused growth, selling and market expansion strategy. I am energised by Unifi's collaborative culture and unwavering commitment to innovation." (PA)

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