Industry Vet de La Roche New Beco ceo

-- Home Textiles Today, 3/9/2010 12:00:00 AM

Montreal —

Beco industries has brought on longtime Springs exec John de La Roche as ceo to steer expansion of its businesses in North America.

His background includes experience in sales, marketing, licensing, sourcing, trend and design. He was most recently senior vp for Springs Global U.S. and president of Springs Canada.

Beco, headquartered in Canada, also operates offices in China and Pakistan. Its products include fashion and utility bedding as well as patio cushions, kitchen textiles and other accessories.