GREENSBORO, N.C.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — The board of directors of VF Corp., a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel and footwear, has elected Matthew Shattock as a director. Shattock is the president and CEO of Beam Inc., one of the world’s leading premium spirits...

Greensboro, N.C. -- VF Corp. said Thursday that Tom Glaser, VP global operations, will succeed Boyd Rogers as VP of VF and president supply chain, effective Jan. 1. Rogers is retiring from the company, effective Dec. 31, after 40 years of service. Glaser will assume responsibility for VF’s global supply chain, including all manufacturing and sourcing operations.

Greensboro, N.C.-based VF Corp. has signed an agreement to acquire the trademarks and intellectual property of Los Angeles-based fashion denim company Rock & Republic for $57 million in cash, according to WWD.com. Rock & Republic fell into bankruptcy earlier this year. According to the terms of the deal, VF Corp. will purchase the Rock & Republic brand name, but not its retail stores or business operations. The deal, expected to close in spring 2011, is subject to bankruptcy court approval. Rock & Republic will add to VF Corp.'s portfolio of brands, which includes 7 For All Mankind, John Varvatos,