GALAX,Va.a Bedroom manufacturer Vaughan-Bassett Furniture has named Doug Bassett president of the company,a role most recently held by his brother Wyatt Bassett,who remains CEO.
The company officially made the change at its quarterly board meeting last week.
Doug Bassett started with the company in 1999 to manage sales.He was promoted from vice president of sales and marketing to executive vice president in 2007,a role in which he continued to oversee marketing.He most recently was chief operating officer.
In addition to his company duties,he has been involved over the years with the American Home Furnishings Alliance and has dealt with regulatory and legislative issues on Capitol Hill.He also serves on the High Point Market Authority's executive committee as well as the boards of Vaughan-Bassett,Webb Furniture Enterprises and WithIt.
In a statement,Wyatt Bassett commended his brother's work within the company and the industry.
"Doug's leadership is not only of great value to Vaughan-Bassett,but he works hard to have a positive impact on our industry,"he said.
Their father,John D.Bassett III,remains chairman of Vaughan-Bassett's board.
