Creative Ticking, the mattress fabric sales unit of Beverly Knits, has announced a number of personnel changes.
Textile veteran Jerry Pratt joined the Gastonia, N.C.–headquartered company as president. Previously, he was president of Bodet–Horst USA and, prior to that, he was vice president of knits/purchasing for Blumenthal Print Works.
“We are fortunate to have Jerry leading our team with his talent, skills and 35–plus years of experience in knitted and woven fabrics,” said Ronald Sytz, Beverly Knits owner and chief executive officer.
Steve Gravlee is Creative Ticking’s vice president. He has 28 years of experience in woven, nonwoven and knitted fabrics. In addition to administrative duties, Gravlee is responsible for in–house sales accounts. Previously, He was vice president of sales at Performance Fabrics and Fibers. He spent 18 years with Tietex. Gravlee reports to Pratt.
Dan Schrein is serving as sales representative for most North American accounts. Schrein is a ticking sales veteran. He was with Tietex for three years, spent 16 years in sales at Burlington Industries for Burlington House Fabrics Group, and, prior to that, worked in mattress manufacturing. He reports to Pratt.
Elizabeth Stuart, who has 22 years of experience in her field, was hired as a fabric designer. She is responsible for concept, pattern and color development, as well as the direction of the company’s four open lines.
Ray Gregory has been named vice president of technical service and quality control. He has 30 years of experience in yarn manufacturing and with woven and knitted fabrics. His other responsibilities include managing some national accounts and overseeing product development. Previously, he was with Blumenthal Print Works and China Grove Textile.
Barbara Sponseller is customer service manager. She has 30 years of fabric manufacturing experience and handles customer service functions, including orders and delivery. Previously, Sponseller was with Fabrictex Inc. She reports to Gravlee.
John Lungal and FR Systems are now representing Creative Ticking in Canada. Lungal also is an agent for other Beverly Knits products sold in Canada.
