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FesslerUSA Names New Production Manager

January 30, 2012

Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania (January 27, 2012). FesslerUSA, an Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania based producer of USA made apparel announced the appointment of Charles Edmonds as its Production Manager and a member of its Executive Committee.

“We are excited to have Chuck Edmonds join the management team at FesslerUSA. This year is pivotal for FesslerUSA as we shift into high gear and move out of the global economic recession,” said Bonnie Meck, FesslerUSA’s Chief Operating Officer and Chief Sustainability Officer.

“Chuck brings a depth of experience to the team,” Bonnie added, “reflecting our commitment to meeting the production needs of our expanding traditional customer base in the fashion and children’s markets, as well as our rapidly growing presence in the performance and technical markets.”

Mr. Edmonds has a strong manufacturing and performance fabrics background, including 7 years at Performance Sports Apparel in Reading, Pennsylvania where he served in production and product development management and 21 years at J. E. Morgan Knitting Mills where he held a number of engineering and production positions. Morgan, of course, was a pioneer in thermal and baselayer garments since 1916, having developed and sold the famous Duofold® brand garments. Also, Chuck was a proud member of the 82nd Airborne division of the United States Army.

Walter Meck, FesslerUSA’s CEO said “The past few years have been a real challenge for many apparel manufacturers. The key to FesslerUSA’s future has been our ability to adapt to changes in the retail markets and shifts in retail sourcing strategies. Our small-lot, quick-turn, vertical full-package strategy has perfectly positioned us for this emerging new economy.”

FesslerUSA is a leading producer of exclusively “Made in The USA” quality knit fabrics and apparel, providing design and vertical production services to a number of markets including fashion contemporary, women’s, men’s, infants and children’s, as well as some technical and outdoor markets including performance, baselayer and activewear. Continuously operating and employing Americans for over 112 years, its products are made in Pennsylvania and shipped globally. More information on FesslerUSA can be found at www.FesslerUSA.com.