Innocor Names Redmond President and CEO
Furniture World News Desk on
7/26/2017
Innocor, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of advanced foam products for commercial and retail channels, recently announced the appointment of seasoned chemicals and manufacturing executive William (“Bill”) E. Redmond Jr. as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective Wednesday, July 26, 2017. Redmond succeeds Carol Eicher, who will serve as Non-Executive Chair of the Board of Directors and continue to play an important role in the strategic direction of the company.
Mr. Redmond has extensive experience in the chemicals and manufacturing arena, and a deep understanding of the needs of customers. He joins the Innocor team having served as CEO of GenTek Inc, General Chemical Corporation and Zep, Inc. over the past twelve years. He began his career in 1981 at Procter & Gamble, followed by ten years at the Pepsi Cola Company in roles of increasing responsibility in consumer and retail go to market channels, distributed both through third party and direct to store distribution systems.
"I am excited to join Innocor and work with the senior leadership team to grow the business by focusing on innovation, product development, customer satisfaction and efficient operating platforms," said Redmond. “We will continue to invest in bringing innovative new technologies to manufacturers and consumers that deliver unrivaled comfort and quality across our broad range of products.”
“As the Board and I discussed Innocor’s next phase of growth, we agreed this is the right time to bring in a new CEO the lead the company,” said Eicher. “Bill has extensive experience in the chemicals and manufacturing arena, and a deep understanding of the needs of customers, which will play a vital role as we work to deliver innovative foam technologies and deepen relationships in both the commercial and retail channels.”
“We are grateful for Carol’s dedication and contributions to Innocor, and are pleased that she will continue to support the company’s progress in this new role,” said Stephen Thomas, a Member of the Innocor Board of Directors. “We are excited to welcome Bill and look forward to his leadership in continuing Innocor’s track record of product innovation and excellence in serving customers.”
Redmond, age 57, is a graduate of Siena College, and currently serves as a member of the board of directors of Emerald Performance Materials, a specialty chemical company.
More about Innocor, Inc.: Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Red Bank, New Jersey, Innocor, Inc. is the leader in consumer-driven polyurethane foam products proven to deliver comfort, relaxation and rejuvenation. Innocor Comfort®, the consumer products division, manufactures advanced memory foam products including pillows, mattress toppers, mattresses, etc. under Sleep Innovations®, Novaform® and other brands. Innocor also manufactures innovative foam products for commercial customers under its Innocor Foam Technologies® division. Innocor has 22 manufacturing plants and distribution centers throughout the U.S. (www.innocorinc.com).