Valdese, NC  -  Valdese Weavers has announced the promotion of three key executives. Senior Vice President / Chief Marketing Officer Blake Millinor said in his announcement that “the advancement of Bob Walters, Leslie Brown, and Jason Earles to more senior positions will have a direct and positive impact on the future growth and development of Valdese Weavers.” Walters, Brown, and Earles will report to Millinor.

Bob Walters will become Senior Vice President of Customer Relations, having served as Vice President since 2008 when he joined the company. Previously, Walters enjoyed a 25 year career in the residential furniture industry, rising to the position of President with Thomasville Upholstery. 

“Bob’s vast knowledge and experience in enhancing customer satisfaction has helped Valdese Weavers bridge the gap between sales and manufacturing, and will continue to help the company grow and provide customers with superior products and service,” said Millinor. 

In his new position, Bob will be responsible for all customer service functions to both the residential and contract markets, and work directly with customers to develop and manage individualized fulfillment models, according to Millinor. 

Leslie Brown will become Director of Sales and Marketing for Valdese Weavers residential brands. Brown brings over 20 years of experience in the residential market, most recently as a sales representative for the company’s Circa 1801 brand. 

“Leslie’s background and experience is perfectly suited to provide leadership and support for our selling efforts across our residential brands” said Millinor. “In her new position she will be responsible for guiding sales and marketing to the more decorative segments of our residential account base, and will act as a liaison between the Valdese Weavers sales and design teams.”

Jason Earles will become Director of Sales and Marketing for Valdese Weavers with emphasis on commercial and residential markets served by the company. Earles has been in various sales functions since joining the company in 2007, most recently holding the position of National Accounts Manager. 

“Jason’s unique skill set has significantly contributed to the direction and effectiveness of the sales process to commercial furniture manufacturers, from product and design all the way through to retail. Through Jason’s leadership, Valdese Weavers intends to extend the company’s reach into this portion of the textile and furniture market,” said Millinor.