Newell Rubbermaid names new executives

ATLANTA Newell Rubbermaid has announced key senior management changes designed to further drive growth and innovation, while speeding the company's transformation into a marketer of consumer-driven brands.

James Roberts has been appointed executive group president of office products and cleaning, organization and decor. William Burke III will succeed Roberts as group president of tools and hardware. He will also retain responsibility for the company's Lenox Industrial Products and Services business in North America until a successor is named at a later date. Steven Marton has been named president  of special assignments.

All executives will report directly to Newell Rubbermaid president and ceo Mark Ketchum.

"These business segment leaders have proven their ability to grow revenue and profit in challenging categories, while building brands, partnering with customers and suppliers, and building organizational capability," Ketchum said.