Barnhardt Natural Fibers Group (Division of Barnhardt Manufacturing Co.) is pleased to announce the employment of Hiram Charles Allen, Jr (Chuck) effective May 20th. Chuck comes to Barnhardt as their new Director of Product Development.
“We are excited to have someone with Chuck’s extensive experience in cotton and nonwovens join our team” said Lewis Barnhardt, President and COO of Barnhardt Manufacturing.
Chuck started his career in cotton with Cotton Incorporated where he worked for 20+ years in various roles including Associate Director of Nonwovens Research/Implementation & Marketing. Immediately following his tenure with Cotton Incorporated, Mr. Allen worked with INDA as the Director of Technical Affairs.
Subsequently Mr. Allen was with BBA Nonwovens as Sr. Market Development Manager and most recently worked the past 3 years with the USDA as a Scientist for Cotton Chemistry and Utilization.
Chuck’s unique background will continue to enhance Barnhardt Natural Fibers Group as the Global leader in cotton for nonwovens.