The Alberto-Culver Company appointed Kenneth "Casey" Keller, president, U.S., effective immediately. Reporting to V. James Marino, president and chief executive officer, Mr. Keller will develop and execute strategy for the company's continued growth in its largest market, the U.S.

Mr. Keller comes to Alberto-Culver with nearly 20 years of global consumer products management experience, including Motorola where he most recently served as chief marketing officer and executive vice president. At Motorola, Mr. Keller was responsible for company-wide marketing strategy and implementation. Prior to Motorola, Mr. Keller spent many years with the HJ Heinz Company, most recently as chairman and chief executive officer of Heinz Italia. Earlier in his career, Mr. Keller also worked with Procter & Gamble in a variety of different marketing assignments.