Venus Group, a global textile manufacturer and distributor, has promoted Santhakumar (SK) Oliver to VP, sourcing, effective Jan. 1, 2024.
In his new role, he will oversee end-to-end management of all global sourcing activities for the company. He will also lead all R&D of new textile innovations akin to the company’s patented Performance Twill bed linen, which he co-invented.
Raj Patel, president, Venus Group, said, “SK’s contributions to Venus in developing innovative products that preempt customer needs are unmatched. We look forward to furthering Venus Group’s portfolio of innovative solutions with SK in this new leadership role.”
Oliver joined Venus Group in 2007, helping to start the company’s Hospitality division with the Sheraton North America program launch in the late 2000s.
“SK’s leadership and expertise in product development and manufacturing are invaluable to our organization,” said Steve Crow, VP, sales, institution division. “He has the unique ability to translate his technical knowledge and market understanding into actions that benefit our customers and their operations. We are thrilled with his promotion and the impact it will have on Venus.”
Venus Group’s domestic manufacturing organization is equally excited to partner with Oliver to continue building on the company’s history of innovation within the textile industry. Errol David, VP, operations, said, “SK, being a textile engineer with deep knowledge and experience in weaving and technical processes of textile manufacturing, is a valuable asset to both global sourcing and domestic manufacturing.”