Patrick J. Burns has been named Kellwood vice president of strategic planning and new business development. Prior to this new post, Mr Burns served as chief executive officer of Kellwood's Gerber Childrenswear division, and president of Kellwood Intimate Apparel. He joined Kellwood in 2002 as president of Gerber Childrenswear.

Before Kellwood, he spent 14 years with Sara Lee implementing long-range plans maximising brand equity and sales growth.

Kellwood markets apparel and consumer soft goods, specialising in branded and private label products.