J. David LaRocca, Jr. was appointed vice president of human resources at Kellwood.
“After an extensive search, we are very pleased to announce Dave has joined Kellwood to lead our human resources function. Upgrading our Kellwood team through the development of high potential associates and acquiring appropriate talent is one of the Company's key strategies to achieve continued growth and success. Dave has a comprehensive background of over 30 years in the human resources arena with experience in every functional discipline from training and development, compensation and benefits, to performance management and organizational leadership,” said Skinner.
Prior to Kellwood, LaRocca held the post of senior vice president, human resources, for Limited Brands Inc. For over 20 years, he crafted his human resources expertise at Limited Brands. After serving in various human resources management roles at the Limited and its subsidiaries, he was named to his most recent post there in 2004.
Based in St. Louis at Kellwood headquarters, LaRocca reports to Skinner.
