Rogers to serve as interim ceo at Sealy

TRINITY, N.C. Sealy announced that Lawrence Rogers will become interim ceo, Paul Norris will become non-executive chairman of the board and David McIlquham will resign as chairman, president, and ceo, effective immediately.

Rogers joined Sealy in 1979. He has been president of Sealy North America since December 2006 and has also served as president of Sealy International as well as President of Sealy of Canada.

Rogers emphasized, "The company will maintain its focus on its strategic initiatives during the search for a permanent ceo. We will concentrate our efforts on execution during a crucial time for Sealy as we launch our new Posturepedic line, continue to grow our specialty bedding and international businesses and drive efficiencies across the organization."