Charles River Apparel (PPAI 111644, Gold), PPAI 100’s No. 39 supplier, has announced two key leadership changes.

Jason Lipsett, who was promoted to president of the New England-based firm in September 2024, now holds the title of president and CEO after leading the company’s strategic direction over the past year.

  • Jason’s appointment marked three generations of Lipsetts at the helm of Charles River Apparel, which his grandfather, Walter Lipsett, founded in 1983. 
  • In the move, Jason’s father Barry Lipsett transitions to a formalized senior advisory role.


Additionally, Lindsey Davis, MAS, has been appointed vice president of sales. The 20-plus-year industry veteran will officially join Charles River Apparel on November 17, following her transition from her current role at PPAI, where she serves as vice president of sales. Davis will continue supporting the Association through the end of October.

Lindsey’s energy, authenticity and customer-centric mindset make her an incredible addition to our leadership team.”

Jason Lipsett

President/CEO, Charles River Apparel

“Lindsey’s energy, authenticity and customer-centric mindset make her an incredible addition to our leadership team,” says Lipsett, a 2024 PPAI Rising Star. “She brings outstanding industry experience, a deep understanding of customer relationships and a collaborative, forward-thinking approach that aligns perfectly with our focus on growth and innovation.”

Before joining PPAI, Davis spent nearly six years at Raining Rose, PPAI 100’s No. 48 supplier, where she directed promotional sales following the company’s acquisition of Solar Advertising – her family’s business, which she led before overseeing its sale.

She joined the PPAI staff in 2022 after stepping down from the PPAI Board of Directors, which she served as the Regional Relations Committee delegate.

I look forward to bringing my experience and passion for this industry to a brand I’ve long admired and to help drive what’s next.”

Lindsey Davis, MAS

VP of Sales, Charles River Apparel

“I’m so grateful for my time at PPAI and for the opportunity to work with such talented people driving our industry forward,” Davis says. “Joining the Charles River Apparel team brings me immense joy, as their values, vision and goals align perfectly with my own. I look forward to bringing my experience and passion for this industry to a brand I’ve long admired and to help drive what’s next.”

PPAI President and CEO Drew Holmgreen says, “We’re deeply grateful to Lindsey for the impact she’s made at PPAI – from her early volunteer efforts to her recent leadership role that has driven meaningful growth. We look forward to seeing all she’ll accomplish in her new role.”

We’re deeply grateful to Lindsey for the impact she’s made at PPAI.”

Drew Holmgreen

President/CEO, PPAI