SEMINOLE, Fla., Feb. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced the promotion of Charles Sheppard, its Vice President, Global Sourcing and Distribution, to the position of Senior Vice President, Global Sourcing and Distribution.

“Charles has been a tremendous asset to the Company and has led our ability to operationalize our sourcing and distribution efficiency across the globe and among our acquisitions. He is well known for his thought leadership in his field and was recently appointed to the Cotton Board by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue.  The promotion of Charles to Senior Vice President is well-deserved and we look forward to his continued contributions to the company and our industry,” said Michael Benstock, CEO.

Charles first joined the company in 1985 and has continuously held various leadership positions. With over 30 years of industry experience, Charles provides the foundational knowledge and expertise that make him well-equipped to take Superior Group of Companies into its next phase of growth. Charles oversees the manufacturing, sourcing and vendor management throughout the globe including, but not limited to, the United States, India, China, Vietnam, Haiti, and throughout our worldwide supply chain.  “Through his relationship management, financial acumen and understanding of global sourcing, Charles has been able to provide us with multi-faceted options that afford our companies the ability to quickly overcome business challenges that can arise from changes in theglobal economy. It is through this type of expertise that we can continue to grow our business in the same way we have expanded our global sourcing and distribution footprint.” Michael Benstock continued to say. 

About Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC):

Superior Group of Companies ™ , formerly Superior Uniform Group, established in 1920, is a combination of companies that help customers unlock the power of their brands by creating extraordinary brand experiences for employees and customers. It provides customized support for each of its divisions through its shared services model.

Fashion Seal Healthcare ® , HPI ™ and CID Resources are signature uniform brands of Superior Group of Companies. Each is one of America’s leading providers of uniforms and image apparel in the markets it serves. They specialize in innovative uniform program design, global manufacturing, and state-of-the-art distribution. Every day, more than 6 million Americans go to work wearing a uniform from Superior Group of Companies.

BAMKO ® , Tangerine Promotions ® and Public Identity ® are signature promotional products and branded merchandise brands of Superior Group of Companies. They provide unique custom branding, design, sourcing, and marketing solutions to some of the world’s most successful brands.

The Office Gurus ® is a global provider of custom call and contact center support. As a true strategic partner, The Office Gurus implements customized solutions for its customers in order to accelerate their growth and improve their customers’ service experiences.

SGC’s commitment to service, technology, quality and value-added benefits, as well as its financial strength and resources, provides unparalleled support for its customers’ diverse needs while embracing a “Customer 1st, Every Time!” philosophy and culture in all of its business segments.

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Contact: Mike Attinella OR Hala Elsherbini CFO & Treasurer Halliburton Investor Relations (727) 803-7170 (972) 458-8000