NexCen names investor relations vp

NEW YORK NexCen Brands, has appointed William Walkowiak, age as senior vp of investor relations. He will be responsible for all communications with the investment community.

Prior to joining NexCen, Walkowiak was a vp of investor relations and corporate communications at EDO, an NYSE-traded engineering and technology that was acquired by ITT on Dec. 20, 2007.

"Our substantial growth over the past two years has created the need for a qualified professional to manage the critical communications with analysts and investors," said ceo Robert D'Loren. "Over that period we have acquired nine well-recognized brands, and the demands of the investment community have grown proportionately. We are delighted to have Bill join our team to build and manage this new function at NexCen.".

NexCen Brands is a vertically integrated global brand management company whose portfolio includes The Athlete's Foot.