Ballenger Joins Textile Division at Milliken & Co.

Milliken & Co., Spartanburg, SC, recently named Alice Ballenger as director of strategy for the Textile Division, effective immediately. In her new role, she is responsible for supporting the division’s business growth and overall strategy, according to a news release.

“Alice brings a unique perspective to the global marketplace that will be instrumental to Textile Division initiatives,” said Chad McAllister, executive vice president of Milliken & Co. and president of the Textile Division. “From marketing to manufacturing, her ability to analyze data to uncover strategic insights that translate into action is invaluable.”

With industry experience across multiple global markets, working both independently as a business strategist as well as in senior-level roles with Glen Raven Inc., a fabric manufacturing and marketing company based in Glen Raven, NC, Ballenger brings an abundance of cross-functional experience to her role. She will provide thought leadership and strategic direction to every business across the Textile Division.

Ballenger earned her undergraduate degree from the University of the South and holds both a master’s degree in international studies from North Carolina State University and a master’s of international business administration from the University of South Carolina.