1888 taps Evans to replace Carpenter as svp, account exec

HTT Staff -- Home Textiles Today, 2/27/2012 2:20:45 PM

Oak Brook, Ill. - 1888 Mills is expanding its executive sales team with the addition of Kerrianne Evans as the company's new svp and account executive, consumer products division.

She replaces Joan Carpenter, who recently retired.

"We are very excited to have Kerrianne as part of the 1888 Mills team. Her experience, leadership and market knowledge in home, especially bedding, will be another great asset for 1888 Mills and most importantly our customers" said Fulton Allen, president, retail division.

Evans comes most recently from Pem America and worked earlier for JLA Home and Springs Global.

1888 Mills noted she brings an "extensive background in the retail arena in both bath and bedding."

Based out of the company's headquarters here, she is assigned to the kitchen and window categories and charged with enhancing 1888's ability to provide a whole home solution.