DUQUESNE, Pa. — September 20, 2017 — American Textile Co. today announced plans to expand its Hospitality Division, including the appointment of Tim Keegan as senior vice president of Hospitality Sales.
The company has grown into an industry leader through its continuous innovation and leading brands such as Sealy®, Tempur-Pedic®, and AllerEase® allergen barrier bedding. The new Hospitality Division will supply a full range of bedding products to hotels across the U.S.
“People are increasingly prioritizing wellness and healthier lifestyles,” Keegan said. “This is true for the hotels they choose and the amenities that hotels provide to their guests. American Textile Company is a leader in bedding that promotes better sleep, and we look forward to bringing these solutions to hotels, and the next generation of hotel guests.”
Prior to American Textile Company, Keegan spent over 25 years with Pacific Coast Feather Company where he held the position of Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Demand Planning. In his role, Keegan was instrumental in driving significant global revenue and margin growth for the company. Keegan will be based in Seattle.
“Tim brings a deep level of industry insight and experience to this new role, which will extend key products into a new segment,” said Blake Ruttenberg, executive vice president, Sales, Marketing and Product Development at American Textile Co. “Our significant investments to expand manufacturing and distribution over the last several years will also play an instrumental role in meeting the increased demands presented by the vast hospitality market.”
American Textile Co.’s consumer-driven innovation continues to fuel year-over-year growth in the retail sector. The company currently employs more than 1,000 people worldwide, and recently announced licensing deals with the Sealy and Tempur-Pedic brands.
Posted September 20, 2017
Source: American Textile Company
