Frontier Spinning Mills founder takes over as CEO
Frontier Spinning Mills, one of the largest US-based producers of cotton and polyester blend yarns, has announced that Robin Perkins will take over as CEO following the retirement of John Bakane.
As one of the founders of Frontier in 1996, Mr Perkins brings more than 20 years of experience in the textile industry and is currently the company’s president.
He is on the board of the National Council of Textile Organizations, North Carolina Textile Foundation and Cotton Council International. He is also a member of the National Cotton Council, The Cotton Board and Southern Textile Association.
Mr Perkins said: "I am excited to take the helm of Frontier as we embark upon a multi-year modernisation programme and seek to expand our strong customer base."
In addition, Frontier announced the promotions of Barbara Walton to executive vice-president and chief financial officer, John Maness to executive vice-president of manufacturing, John Riddle to senior vice president of sales, and John Garris to vice president of international sales.
