Premier Textiles has appointed Polly Beard as an account manager, adding more than 20 years of international experience in product development, sourcing and textile innovation to the Manchester-based company.
Ms Beard joins Premier Textiles following a career that has included roles with global fashion and manufacturing organisations such as Esquel Group, Smart Shirts, Heathcoat Fabrics, Faconnable, Tommy Hilfiger, Emanuel Ungaro and DKNY. Her background covers product design, sourcing, manufacturing and team leadership, with an emphasis on sustainable production and long-term supplier relationships.
In her new role, Ms Beard will oversee key client accounts and support the company’s growth across the fashion, home interiors and technical fabric sectors. Premier Textiles said she will contribute to the development of textile solutions for customers in the UK and international markets.
Managing director of the company Ashok Kallumpram said: “Polly brings a wealth of experience and a truly global perspective. Her understanding of textile innovation, sustainable sourcing and product development makes her a fantastic addition to our growing team. She will play an important role in strengthening our partnerships and driving continued growth across the Premier group.”
Ms Beard said she looked forward to contributing to the company’s ongoing development and to supporting customers seeking sustainable textile solutions.
The company forms part of the Premier Group of Companies, alongside Premier Digital Textiles and Premex Solutions. Premier Digital Textiles specialises in digital-ready fabrics for the global digital print and design sectors, while US-based Premex Solutions supplies print-ready textiles, including its PrepRite range, to OEMs such as HP, Mimaki and Monti Antonio.
Premier Textiles, founded in Manchester more than 30 years ago, supplies textiles and fabric solutions to fashion, interiors and industrial clients. The business provides support from fibre sourcing and yarn development through to dyeing, finishing and distribution, and works with a range of global brands and manufacturers.
