Pelican Rope Works and U.S. Rigging Supply Welcome Jacob Williams as Executive Vice President
Pelican Rope Works – U.S. Rigging Supply (PRW-USR), a leader in safety product manufacturing and distribution, is excited to announce the appointment of Jacob Williams as Executive Vice President. With an impressive 28 years of experience in the distribution of rope, safety, and other industrial products, Jacob brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team.
Jacob’s most recent role was Chief Commercial Officer at General Work Products (GWP). At GWP, Jacob played a pivotal role in transforming the company from a small startup into a nearly $100 million business, showcasing his exceptional leadership and strategic vision.
Terry Walker, CEO of Pelican Rope Works – U.S. Rigging Supply, shared his enthusiasm for Jacob’s appointment, stating, “Jacob Williams embodies the spirit of innovation and dedication that our company stands for. His proven track record and unwavering commitment to excellence will undoubtedly drive our growth and success to new heights. We are thrilled to have him join our team and lead us into an exciting future.”
In his new role, Jacob will be instrumental in growing core business and expanding the company’s product portfolio. His move from distribution to manufacturing marks an exciting chapter, enabling him to leverage his experience to foster growth and innovation across the industry.
Jacob resides in Louisiana near New Orleans with his family. When not immersed in his professional endeavors, Jacob enjoys spending time with his wife and their 4-year-old son and working on his latest classic car project. His passion for both his work and personal life is truly inspiring.
ABOUT PELICAN ROPE WORKS – U.S. RIGGING SUPPLY
Based in Southern California and in business for over fifty years, Pelican Rope Works manufactures premium synthetic fiber rope, lanyards, fall protection lifelines, and other rope products. U.S. Rigging Supply manufactures and distributes wire rope, wire rope fittings, rigging supplies, professional-grade climbing hardware, and more. Their products are used in a wide range of applications, including climbing (tree care, utilities, etc.), fall protection/safety, industrial lifting, marine, towing, rigging, and OEM applications.
Pelican Rope Works and U.S. Rigging Supply manufacture much of their product in California and sell through distribution, online to end users, and via will call at their Southern California headquarters/factory. Their in-house brands include ProClimb (professional-grade climbing gear), Swage-Right (wire rope and fittings), Swage-It Tools (handheld tools for cutting and swaging wire/cable), Durabrite (marine-grade stainless steel hardware), and ChafeMaster (rope protection gear).
As a family-owned business, Pelican Rope Works and U.S. Rigging Supply operate with an exceptional degree of integrity and flexibility. They are known for their attention to detail, high quality, and customer service—qualities that make them a trusted, reliable partner to those they work with. Their mission is clear: Making Difficult & Dangerous Work Easier & Safer. Learn more at PelicanRope.com and USRigging.com.
