Michael Jemal, previously President and
CEO of
Haier America, has been promoted to Chairman of the Board for the
company. Also,
Shariff Kan has been named President of the newly created White
Goods Group of Haier America.
Jemal’s responsibilities include strategic planning of
Haier America’s expansion and assist in Haier’s globalization efforts, allowing
the company to better focus on profitable growth and existing market
opportunities.
Jemal appointed Shariff Kan, who previously served as
Executive Vice President, as President of the White Goods Group. Kan, who brings
more than 30 years of experience in retail with companies including
Bloomingdales and The Wiz, will take over day-to-day leadership of Haier
America and focus on the continued growth of the brand in North and South
America.
