New Colonial Mills President and COO Gregg Scarlata.
Gregg Scarlata is the brand new president and chief working officer of space rug, storage basket and customized woven merchandise producer Colonial Mills.
Scarlata joined the Rumford, R.I.-based firm in 2003 as a upkeep tech and in his 17 years with the corporate has labored his means up the company ladder, holding numerous management roles reminiscent of nationwide accounts gross sales supervisor, vp of gross sales and in 2017 was named govt vp, overseeing all gross sales, advertising and marketing and enterprise operations.
“l am thrilled and humbled for the opportunity to lead the Colonial Mills team and build on the foundation my father has established for the last 40-plus years. Manufacturing domestically in this day and age is not easy, but there is a tremendous sense of pride and accomplishment being Made in the USA and very few textile companies have been able to grow and sustain their businesses domestically, like we have,” Scarlata mentioned. “This company is my life and I am extremely grateful and excited for the opportunity as the second generation to lead this company into the future. But I have to say, I could not do this without the amazing team I have behind me here at Colonial Mills. Our employees are what make this company great and have allowed us to survive and thrive for the last 43 years.”
Donald M. Scarlata, chairman and CEO of Colonial Mills famous that, “After 43 years in business it’s time for a change at Colonial Mills. With over 17 years of experience, Gregg brings a fresh perspective, energy and passion to the business. He is well respected in the industry and by all employees. As the second generation of presidents he is well prepared to lead the company into the future. I am proud to call him my son.”
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