US' INDA hires new CEO Anthony Fragnito for business operations

Fragnito brings decades of leadership experience assisting trade and professional organisations in realising their organisational and operational potential. A certified public accountant, he brings strong financial acumen in addition to extensive technology, human resource and programme management accomplishments from organisations representing a variety of professions and industries, INDA said in a press release.

He most recently was chief financial officer of International Society of Automation (ISA) in Research Triangle Park, NC. Before that he was chief executive officer of XBRL International, Inc. an international consortium of companies which developed and promoted technologies for the collection of business and financial data.

“We welcome Fragnito to the INDA organisation and look forward to leveraging his executive insights and proven track record as we continue to develop and implement INDA’s evolving strategic plan,” said Christopher Astley, chief commercial officer, Glatfelter, INDA board chair.

“Fragnito combines an entrepreneurial spirit with the strategic executive management skills INDA needs as we implement our new, 5-pillar strategic plan,” said Dave Rousse, INDA president. “I look forward to working with him to keep INDA an organisation in constant pursuit of excellence providing ever greater value to our industry and our members.”  

“It is an exciting time for me to join INDA and build on the strong programs that have helped the industry and members achieve success,” shared Fragnito. “INDA has a strong team, well led, that I look forward to working with as we plow new ground toward industry relevance.” 

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RR)