Welcome to the 2017 Power 50 list, which ranks the most influential people in the industry.

#11: Glenn Chamandy, Gildan Activewear (asi/56842)

2016 Rank: 25
Title: President/CEO
Industry Experience: 33 years
Birthplace: Montreal

On the heels of Gildan’s purchase of American Apparel, Chamandy makes a major move up the Power 50 list. His company’s approach to selling American Apparel clothing, which includes higher pricing for USA-made items, is trend-setting in the wearables world.