News April 10, 2026
James McCollough Returns to J. America as VP of Sales
McCollough spent 10 years at J. America’s sportswear division, and has led sales teams at Edwards Garment, Imperial and others.
Key Takeaways
• James McCollough has rejoined J. America (asi/62977) to lead sales for the company’s wholesale blanks division.
• McCollough most recently held sales leadership roles at Blue 84, Imperial (asi/75945) and Edwards Garment (asi/51752).
James McCollough is returning to J. America (asi/62977).
McCollough, who spent nearly a decade as vice president of sales at the company’s sportswear division until 2015, is now coming back to the firm to head up sales for its wholesale blanks division.
James McCollough, J. America (asi/62977)
“We are thrilled to welcome James back to the executive team,” said J. America CEO Pete Ruhala. “James’ experience in building sales teams and his long-term relationships in the market will be pivotal as we expand our market presence.”
Over the last decade, McCollough has held sales leadership roles at several industry suppliers, including Blue 84, Imperial (asi/75945) and Counselor Top 40 supplier Edwards Garment (asi/51752).
In his new role, he’ll oversee all sales operations for wholesale blanks, including strategy, business development and client services.
Founded in 1992, J. America is a wholesale apparel supplier headquartered in Fowlerville, MI. The company also carries apparel from popular lifestyle brands like Nautica and Spyder.