Alice Ballenger Joins Textile Division at Milliken & Company

Furniture World News Desk on 3/3/2021

Milliken & Company recently announced that Alice Ballenger has been hired as director of strategy for the Textile Division, effective immediately. In her new role, she is responsible for supporting the Division’s business growth and overall strategy. 

"Alice brings a unique perspective to the global marketplace that will be instrumental to Textile Division initiatives. From marketing to manufacturing, her ability to analyze data to uncover strategic insights that translate into action is invaluable,” said Chad McAllister, executive vice president of Milliken & Company and president of the Textile Division.

With industry experience across multiple global markets, working both independently as a business strategist as well as in senior-level roles with Glen Raven, Ballenger brings an abundance of cross-functional experience to her role. She will provide thought leadership and strategic direction to every business across the Textile Division. 

Ballenger earned her undergraduate degree from the University of the South and holds both a Master of International Studies from N.C. State and a Master of International Business Administration from the University of South Carolina. 

About Milliken & Company Textile Division: Drawing on more than 155 years of award-winning research and development, the Textile Division of American-based Milliken & Company offers a diverse portfolio of technical textiles serving a broad range of global markets, including apparel, automotive and transportation, building and infrastructure, hospitality, industrial, military, specialty interiors, and protective workwear. Focused on enhancing the performance, heightening  the protection, and advancing the sustainability of fabrics, Milliken manufactures superior solutions and develops leading innovations that add value to everyday life. We are textile innovators focused on game-changing technologies and materials that impact lives and transform industries. Learn more at textiles.milliken.com.

About Milliken & Company: Materials science expert Milliken & Company knows that a single molecule has the potential to change the world. With innovative solutions across the textile, flooring, specialty chemical, and healthcare industries, Milliken answers some of the world’s greatest challenges. Named to the World’s Most Ethical Companies list by Ethisphere Institute for 14 years, the company meets the moment with an unwavering commitment to delivering sustainable solutions for its customers and communities. Eight thousand associates across 46 locations globally rally behind a common purpose: to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.