J.D. Hutt Corporation announced that it has named a new Chief Executive Officer to align with the company's new business focus as it moves into the sustainable apparel industry. The company appointed George Powell as the company's new CEO. George joins the company with over thirty years' experience in the apparel industry.

After 14 years as a corporate buyer and product development manager, George became the Vice President of Corporate Accounts for Zeppelin in early 1992. He made a substantial impact at both companies by reducing costs, increasing margins and amassing sales volume. Mr. Powell then joined Synergy and helped to create a Direct-to-Retailer (Factory Direct Marketing) business model.