Knights Apparel, Inc. named veteran apparel and home textiles industries executive Donnie Hodge President and Chief Operating Officer, said CEO Joseph Bozich.  


In his new post, Hodge will be responsible for running the day-to-day operations of the company. His direct reports will include the executives responsible for the company’s finance, operations, sourcing, merchandising, sales, and human resources functions. 


Hodge, who has over 35 years experience in operations, management, manufacturing, marketing, and supply chain at apparel and home textiles manufacturers, was most recently the Chief Operating Officer of the Gerber Childrenswear division of Kellwood Company, where he helped orchestrate a re-engineering of the brand. A resident of Landrum, S.C., Hodge holds a BA degree from Erskine College, Due West, S.C.