PCIAW® is proud to announce the recruitment of Julie Allen, Thermal Apparel Sales and Account Manager for UK, Nordics and Ireland, to its Board of Directors. Julie will join the board representing DuPont, a leading global provider of innovative solutions and materials.
Julie brings a wealth of experience to the PCIAW® Board of Directors, with 18 years in the textile industry. Her extensive background includes key roles in corporate clothing businesses and top-tier PPE manufacturers worldwide. This diverse experience has given her a deep understanding of the entire value chain, from leading complex sales agendas and tenders across the UK and Europe to forming critical partnerships that drive business growth.
Her current role at DuPont, where she is responsible for sales territories in the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics, focuses on collaborating with end-users, value chains, and suppliers. This work ensures that the latest innovations are available to meet the evolving needs of the personal protection market.
Yvette Ashby, CEO of PCIAW® commented: “We are delighted to welcome Julie Allen to the PCIAW® Board. Her extensive experience and strategic insight into the professional clothing and PPE sectors will be invaluable as we continue to grow and serve our members. Julie’s focus on innovation and her ability to foster key partnerships will be instrumental in driving our strategic outcomes.”
Julie Allen, Thermal Apparel Sales and Account Manager, UK, Nordics and Ireland commented on her appointment: “I am both excited and delighted to be part of PCIAW® and join the Board of Directors. I am looking forward to being a part of a business that has this great industry at the forefront of its thinking and direction. Having known PCIAW® over a number of years, I am very happy to bring our DuPont business closer.”
Julie’s appointment, and DuPont’s representation on the PCIAW® Board, marks a significant benefit for the association. DuPont is a global leader in materials science, and its expertise in developing cutting-edge protective solutions is highly relevant to the professional clothing industry. This partnership will provide the PCIAW® with a direct connection to the latest advancements in thermal apparel and PPE technology, ensuring the association and its members remain at the forefront of industry trends and best practices.
