MOVERS: HEATH GOLDEN JOINS RANDA TO HEAD JEWELRY, NECKWEAR DIVISION

by Stephen Garner
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Heath Golden

Randa, the world’s largest men’s accessories company, has named Heath Golden as president of its neckwear and jewelry division.

This 105 year old company designs, manufactures and distributes jewelry and neckwear for brands including Cole Haan, Kenneth Cole, Chaps, Ryan Seacrest Distinction, Vince Camuto, Ben Sherman, Geoffrey Beene, and others.

“At Randa, neckwear and iewelry represent more than our heritage, they are the core of our DNA,” said Judy Person, Randa EVP and group president in a statement. “Heath has a stellar reputation for leadership, a talent for entrepreneurship, and a track record of success.”

Heath Golden was most recently president, Americas, for Bendon Group, a global marketer of intimate apparel under Heidi Klum Intimates, Stella McCartney Lingerie and other brands. Prior to Bendon Golden served in various positions with Hampshire Group, Limited, including several years as its president and CEO.

“During my years in the industry, I’ve observed with admiration Randa’s impressive growth rate and broad category expansion,” Golden said. “I’m looking forward to helping drive continued growth and expansion while perpetuating Randa’s commitment to its retail and brand partners’ success.”