Consumer >> CEO Interviews >> April 25, 2005
WILLIAM B. HENSLEY III is President and Chief Executive Officer of Next,
Inc. Mr. Hensley has been in the promotional products and imprinted
sportswear industries for 25 years. During this time, he has held
various executive level positions including being President of a public
company. In addition, he has owned and been a partner in several
businesses. Mr. Hensley began his career as an accountant for Arthur
Andersen and Company and a commercial loan officer with a major bank. He
holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University. Profile
TWST: What's gone on over the past year at Next that investors shouldfocus on?
Mr. Hensley: We've opened up several new distribution channels, have
added several new licenses to our stable of