Field Notes

Imperial is excited to announce the appointment of Dan Cowart as the new Nike Team Headwear BSN Sales Manager. Bringing over 15 years of seasoned experience in the sporting goods and team sports industry, Cowart will lead sales efforts for Nike Team Headwear through the BSN SPORTS network. He will report directly to Erika Kelly, VP of Nike Team Headwear at Imperial. He most recently served as National Sales Manager for Mikasa Sports USA, where he managed national sales and marketing efforts across the Team, Retail, Catalog, and Ecommerce channels. His responsibilities included developing key partnerships, guiding product line development, and helping drive significant year-over-year growth for the brand.  Previously, Cowart has secured Under Armour contracts at Eastbay Team Sales and expanded territories at Champro Sports and has robust experience selling major brands like Nike, Under Armour, and Adidas to educational institutions. “Dan’s extensive background in team sales, his deep knowledge of major brands like Nike, and his proven ability to manage complex dealer networks make him a vital addition to our team,” said Erika Kelly, VP of Nike Team Headwear at Imperial. “His leadership will be instrumental in expanding the presence of Nike Team Headwear within the crucial BSN SPORTS channel.” Imperial is confident that Cowart's comprehensive experience and proven ability to drive success in the team sports sector make him the ideal leader to enhance the Nike Team Headwear presence within the extensive BSN SPORTS network. “I’m thrilled to join Imperial as the Nike Team Headwear BSN Sales Manager,” said Dan Cowart. “Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about partnering with top brands and empowering teams to achieve their goals. I look forward to leveraging my experience in dealer network management and team sports to drive growth and strengthen Nike Team Headwear’s presence within the BSN SPORTS channel. Together, we will deliver innovative solutions and exceptional service to our partners.” About Imperial Founded in 1916, Imperial is a CPC company with expertise in design, marketing, manufacturing, and distribution. Imperial owns and operates several brands and companies, including Imperial, Pukka®, and the Peter Millar Licensing Company. These brands serve diverse markets, including direct-to-consumer (DTC), golf, corporate, destination & leisure, team dealer, and supply chain channels. Imperial’s customers include prestigious golf events such as the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, Open Championship, Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup, and Solheim Cup. The company also maintains manufacturing and licensing partnerships with global brands like Nike, Peter Millar, and Tommy Hilfiger.  Imperial manages and operates nike.teamheadwear.com.   Imperial supports the Imperial Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to fostering the growth and vitality of sports—especially golf—and enhancing the well-being of communities it serves. CPC, Imperial’s parent company, is a Kansas City-based investment holding firm focused on a long-term strategy to buy, build, and hold™ great companies. For further information please visit Imperial1916.com. Follow Imperial on LinkedIn at @imperial-headwear or Instagram at @ImperialHats. Media contact:Jerry BiagDirector of Marketing jbiag@imperial1916.com

Imperial, a leading provider of headwear, apparel, and accessories, today announced the appointment of Jeff Horvath as its new Vice President of Operations. Horvath will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of manufacturing operations, focusing on capacity expansion,  driving efficiencies and optimizing the supply chain  across Imperial's global network.   Horvath brings extensive experience in diverse industries including Aerospace, Electric Power & Distribution, Consumer Goods, Plastics, and Defense. His background includes leadership in global multi-site operations, turnarounds, network synchronization, and synergy value creation for both public and private equity businesses.   "We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to the Imperial team," said Jeremy Davis, CEO of Imperial.  "His proven track record in delivering transformational results and deep expertise in operational excellence will be invaluable as we continue to expand and innovate."   Prior to Imperial, Horvath held significant operational leadership positions at Multi-Color Corp, PLZ Corp, Hillenbrand - TerraSource Global, Olin Brass, and Armstrong World Industries.  He also received training in Operational Excellence in Japan under Taiichi Ohno’s protégé senseis.   "I am excited to join Imperial and contribute to its continued success," said Jeff Horvath. "I look forward to optimizing our operations, driving sustainable growth, and ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional value to our customers."   Horvath holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and Engineering Management from St. Louis University and pursued Graduate Studies in Operations Management at Washington University in St. Louis, where he is also an Adjunct Professor instructing on Continuous Improvement and Lean Operating Systems.   About Imperial Founded in 1916, Imperial is a CPC company with expertise in design, marketing, manufacturing, and distribution. Imperial owns and operates several brands and companies, including Imperial, Pukka®, and the Peter Millar Licensing Company.  Imperial is a consumer apparel brand that sells its products into several markets, including the direct-to-consumer (DTC), golf, corporate, and supply chain channels.  Customers include the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, Open Championship, Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup, and Solheim Cup. Imperial also has manufacturing and licensing relationships with Nike, Peter Millar, Tommy Hilfiger, Vans, Adidas and many other global brands. Imperial products can be found at all Top 100 and over 75% of the Top 400 golf courses in the United States and has been voted the #1 headwear brand for private and resort golf facilities for eight consecutive years by the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) and reported as the “#1 headwear brand in the combined on and off course retail golf channels” by Golf Datatech. Imperial supports the Imperial Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to fostering the growth and vitality of sports—especially golf—and enhancing the well-being of communities it serves. CPC, Imperial’s parent company, is a Kansas City-based investment holding firm focused on a long-term strategy to buy, build, and hold™ great companies. For further information please visit Imperial1916.com. Follow Imperial on LinkedIn at @imperial-headwear or Instagram at @ImperialHats. Media contact:Jerry BiagDirector of Marketing jbiag@imperial1916.com

BOURBON, MISSOURI  — Imperial, a leading manufacturer of premium-quality headwear,  apparel and accessories, proudly announces the appointment of Alvin Winans as Senior Director of Quality Assurance. Winans brings more than three decades of leadership experience in apparel manufacturing, engineering, and quality management to Imperial’s growing organization. In his new role, Winans will lead Imperial’s quality assurance strategy, driving process excellence and ensuring that the company’s products meet the highest standards of craftsmanship, performance, and customer satisfaction across all channels. “Alvin’s deep experience across factory operations, lean manufacturing, and quality systems will strengthen Imperial’s foundation as we continue to scale,” said Jeff Horvath, VP of Operations. “His proven ability to build world-class teams and systems makes him a tremendous addition to our leadership group.” Prior to joining Imperial, Winans served as Senior Vice President of Manufacturing at Mustang Survival, where he led strategic operations across multiple facilities, implementing lean manufacturing initiatives and mentoring high-performing teams. His career also includes key leadership roles with New Era Cap, Chico’s FAS, ATLANCO, and Walmart, where he developed and executed quality programs that enhanced efficiency, compliance, and product integrity across global supply chains. “I’m thrilled to join Imperial, a brand with such a strong heritage and commitment to excellence,” said Winans. “I look forward to building on that legacy through a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.” Winans holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi and is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt. About Imperial Founded in 1916, Imperial is a CPC company with expertise in design, marketing, manufacturing, and distribution. Imperial owns and operates several brands and companies, including Imperial, Pukka®, and the Peter Millar Licensing Company.  Imperial is a consumer apparel brand that sells its products into several markets, including the direct-to-consumer (DTC), golf, corporate, and supply chain channels.  Customers include the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, Open Championship, Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup, and Solheim Cup. Imperial also has manufacturing and licensing relationships with Nike, Peter Millar, Tommy Hilfiger, Vans, Adidas and many other global brands. Imperial products can be found at all Top 100 and over 75% of the Top 400 golf courses in the United States and has been voted the #1 headwear brand for private and resort golf facilities for eight consecutive years by the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) and reported as the “#1 headwear brand in the combined on and off course retail golf channels” by Golf Datatech. Imperial supports the Imperial Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to fostering the growth and vitality of sports—especially golf—and enhancing the well-being of communities it serves. CPC, Imperial’s parent company, is a Kansas City-based investment holding firm focused on a long-term strategy to buy, build, and hold™ great companies. For further information please visit Imperial1916.com. Follow Imperial on LinkedIn at @imperial-headwear or Instagram at @ImperialHats. Media contact:Jerry BiagDirector of Marketing jbiag@imperial1916.com

BOURBON, MO – Imperial, a leading manufacturer of premium headwear, apparel and accessories is proud to announce the hiring of Justin Triebel as Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement. In this role, Justin will lead Imperial’s Lean initiatives to drive operational excellence, efficiency, and innovation across all manufacturing and business systems. Justin joins Imperial with nearly two decades of experience in manufacturing, engineering, and continuous improvement leadership with organizations including EnerSys, EFCO Corporation, New York Air Brake, and John Deere. “Justin brings an exceptional blend of hands-on manufacturing experience and a pragmatic, continuous improvement mindset,” said Jeremy Davis, CEO of Imperial. “His proven ability to deliver measurable results and foster a culture of continuous improvement will be key as Imperial continues to grow.” “I’m excited to join Imperial and build on its strong foundation of craftsmanship, quality, and innovation,” said Triebel. “This is a tremendous opportunity to strengthen processes and empower teams to achieve even greater success.” About Imperial Founded in 1916, Imperial is a CPC company with expertise in design, marketing, manufacturing, and distribution. Imperial owns and operates several brands and companies, including Imperial, Pukka®, and the Peter Millar Licensing Company.  Imperial is a consumer apparel brand that sells its products into several markets, including the direct-to-consumer (DTC), golf, corporate, and supply chain channels.  Customers include the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, Open Championship, Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup, and Solheim Cup. Imperial also has manufacturing and licensing relationships with Nike, Peter Millar, Tommy Hilfiger, Vans, Adidas and many other global brands. Imperial products can be found at all Top 100 and over 75% of the Top 400 golf courses in the United States and has been voted the #1 headwear brand for private and resort golf facilities for eight consecutive years by the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) and reported as the “#1 headwear brand in the combined on and off course retail golf channels” by Golf Datatech. Imperial supports the Imperial Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to fostering the growth and vitality of sports—especially golf—and enhancing the well-being of communities it serves. CPC, Imperial’s parent company, is a Kansas City-based investment holding firm focused on a long-term strategy to buy, build, and hold™ great companies. For further information please visit Imperial1916.com. Follow Imperial on LinkedIn at @imperial-headwear or Instagram at @ImperialHats. Media contact:Jerry BiagDirector of Marketing jbiag@imperial1916.com