LEXINGTON, Ky., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tempur-Pedic International Inc. , the leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of premium mattresses and pillows worldwide, today announced Brad Patrick has joined Tempur-Pedic as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer.
In this newly created position, Patrick will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Mark Sarvary and be responsible for Tempur-Pedic's worldwide human resources function.
"As Tempur-Pedic's business becomes larger and more global, two areas become increasingly important; that we continue to attract world class talent and that we continue to make Tempur-Pedic one of the best places to work. Brad's significant experience as a top flight human resources leader with extensive experience from Fortune 500 companies make him a perfect fit to lead the organization's focus in these areas as our new EVP of HR," said Mark Sarvary, Chief Executive Officer.
Patrick brings to Tempur-Pedic more than 20 years of business experience. Most recently, he was Senior Vice President for Sara Lee Corporation, a NYSE listed company. Earlier in his career, he held senior human resources positions with The Gillette Company, which became part of Procter & Gamble, Delta Air Lines, Inc. and Frito Lay, Inc.
Patrick earned a B.A. degree from the University of Kentucky with an emphasis in Personnel and Industrial Relations.
About the Company
Tempur-Pedic International Inc. manufactures and distributes mattresses and pillows made from its proprietary TEMPUR(R) pressure-relieving material. It is the worldwide leader in premium and specialty sleep. The Company is focused on developing, manufacturing and marketing advanced sleep surfaces that help improve the quality of life for people around the world. The Company's products are currently sold in over 80 countries under the TEMPUR(R) and Tempur-Pedic(R) brand names. World headquarters for Tempur-Pedic International is in Lexington, KY. For more information, visit http://www.tempurpedic.com/ or call 800-805-3635.
Tempur-Pedic International Inc.
CONTACT: Barry Hytinen, Senior Vice President, Tempur-Pedic
International, +1-800-805-3635
Web Site: http://www.tempurpedic.com/
