Ascendia Brands Names Collom VP-Sales

Ascendia Brands, Inc. has named Drew Collom as executive vice president of sales effective March 26, 2007. He assumes full responsibility for Ascendia’s global sales organization.

Mr. Collom joins Ascendia following 15 years with Newell Rubbermaid, most recently as vice president sales for Wal-Mart International and Sam’s Club Global business. While at Newell Rubbermaid, Drew held senior sales roles at Anchor Hocking Glass, Intercraft and Holson Burnes. He began his career with Playtex, serving on the operations team with a subsequent promotion to district sales manager in the consumer products division. His sales experience also includes a leadership position with HALO Branded Solutions.

Mr. Collom holds a BS degree in Business Administration from Wesley College, and received his MBA from Wilmington Graduate Business School.