Company Welcomes Back Gil Shimon to Senior Management Team
TEL AVIV, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Delta Galil Industries, Ltd. (DELT/Tel Aviv Stock Exchange,
DELTY.PK/OTCQX), the global manufacturer and marketer of branded and
private label apparel products for men, women and children, as well as
leisurewear and activewear, today announced that it has appointed former
Tefron Ltd Chief Executive Officer Gil Shimon as President of its Global
Upper Market business segment. The segment is responsible for approx.
$270 million and partners with leading global brands.
“We are extremely pleased to welcome back Gil, as he brings with him a
proven track record of international operations and marketing in
intimate apparel and activewear”
"We are extremely pleased to welcome back Gil, as he brings with him a
proven track record of international operations and marketing in
intimate apparel and activewear,” said Isaac Dabah, Chief Executive
Officer of Delta Galil. “As Global Upper Markets continue to be an
important business segment, and a strong contributor to our sales, Gil’s
expertise in both our company and the overall industry will be
instrumental in maximizing our opportunities for future growth.”
Mr. Shimon rejoins Delta after working for the Company for nearly twenty
years (1992 – 2011), the last four of which he served as Manager of the
Socks and Seamfree business units. During his tenure, he increased
Delta’s business turnover and promoted advances in production, marketing
and corporate development. Most recently, he served as Chief Executive
Officer of Tefron Ltd., which manufactures intimate apparel globally.
Mr. Shimon commented, “Delta has always maintained a dedication and
commitment to design and innovation, which I have admired and respected.
I look forward to working with Isaac and the team again and leveraging
my expertise to grow our intimate/activewear sales globally.”
Mr. Shimon is a graduate of Haifa University with a BA degree in
Economics and Business Administration. He is married and a father of
three. Mr. Shimon will assume his position in February 2017.
About Delta Galil Industries
Delta Galil Industries is a
global manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label apparel
products for men, women and children. Since its inception in 1975, the
Company has continually strived to create products that follow a
body-before-fabric philosophy, placing equal emphasis on comfort,
aesthetics and quality. Delta Galil develops innovative seamless apparel
including bras, shapewear and socks; intimate apparel for women;
extensive lines of underwear for men; activewear, sleepwear and
leisurewear. For more information, visit www.deltagalil.com.
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