AURORA, Colo. -- Imperial Headwear (“Imperial”), celebrating 91 years as the leading global manufacturer of golf headwear and accessories, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jackie Kirkwood as the company’s new National Sales Manager for Golf. In her new role, Kirkwood will be charged with all facets of direction and strategy for Imperial’s golf division initiatives.
“We are delighted to welcome a manager of Jackie’s caliber to the Imperial team,” said Roger Landry, Vice President of Sales of Imperial. “Her extensive background in the golf market will significantly enhance our aggressive growth initiatives.”
“The addition of high quality individuals, such as Jackie, enforces Imperials commitment to increasing our green grass business”. said Rick White, President and Chief Executive Officer of Imperial.
Jackie has an extensive background in sales, management and knowledge of the golf market. Her professional experience has encompassed all facets of the golf industry, starting her career in 1988 as a buyer, moving to an independent sales representative to management. Prior to her post at Imperial, she was the National Sales Manager for Nancy Lopez Golf and Vice President of Sales for Devant Sport Towels.
“My experience having been on all sides of the business helps to have a better understanding of the different needs that are taken into consideration when working with a client,” said Kirkwood. “I am excited to be part of an organization that prides itself with quality and top notch service.”
About Imperial Headwear
Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Denver, Colorado, Imperial Headwear has built a global reputation for quality, performance and value since 1916 as the leading manufacturer and marketer of premium quality, customized, active lifestyle headwear and accessories to the golf, corporate, outdoor and private label markets. Imperial is dedicated to its longstanding tradition of providing value, exceptional craftsmanship and highly customized product for the purpose of promoting customer’s identity and brand image. Imperial has built a portfolio of partners including the USGA, PGA of America, PGA Tour®, LPGA, USTA, The Breast Cancer Foundation, The Skin Cancer Foundation, Buzz Off™ and The Girls™. Imperial is the exclusive headwear partner of the Executive Women’s Golf Association and vendor partner of the Association of Golf Merchandisers. The company prides itself on its broad and evolving offering of premium quality products using the most advanced digital design, logo and embroidery capabilities and superior customer service. For more information about Imperial Headwear, visit www.ImperialHeadwear.com, or call (800) 950-1916.
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