Simon Kneen Appointed as Brand President of J.Hilburn for Creative Leadership and Brand Vision

Simon Kneen has been appointed as the new Brand President of J.Hilburn, a Dallas-based company specializing in custom men's apparel. Kneen, who has a notable background in fashion design with previous roles at Brooks Brothers and Banana Republic, joined J.Hilburn in 2019 as Chief Creative Officer. In his expanded role, he will now oversee the company's brand strategy, creative direction, and product innovation, formalizing responsibilities he has been managing informally. Since his arrival, Kneen has played a key role in modernizing J.Hilburn's aesthetic and enhancing its product range with thoughtfully curated seasonal collections. As president, he aims to unify the brand's visual identity, product development, and customer experience under a cohesive vision, according to the company. Beth Putnam Williams, interim CEO of J.Hilburn, praised Kneen’s expertise, stating, "His profound understanding of design and branding has been invaluable. In his new capacity, he will continue to lead our creative growth while ensuring that every aspect of our brand embodies craftsmanship and sophistication." Founded in 2007 by Hil Davis, J.Hilburn originally attracted Veeral Rathod as CEO. The c...