SureWerx Appoints Erik Pertot as VP/GM SureWerx EMEA

Pertot will report directly to CEO Scott Dowell and will lead the company's growth strategy, manufacturing operations, and merger and acquisition activities across Europe.

Erik Pertot brings more than 20 years of international leadership experience to SureWerx. During his career, he has held senior roles in engineering, quality, marketing, sales, supply chain, product management, and general management.

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He has extensive experience in the personal protective equipment (PPE) industry. He has successfully led complex projects, managed business transitions and driven growth for global organizations operating in highly regulated markets.

Most recently, Erik Pertot served as Global General Manager for Footwear and Fall Protection at Protective Industrial Products (PIP), where he also held senior portfolio management roles. Before that, he worked at Honeywell Safety Products in several leadership positions, including Global Line of Business Leader, Director of Portfolio Management, Director of Offering Management, Global PPE Product Quality Leader, and Engineering Technical Leader for intelligent hearing protection.

Throughout his career, Pertot has led product portfolio optimization projects, supported mergers and acquisitions, managed factory and warehouse transitions, and helped grow global PPE businesses. He has built a strong reputation for improving operations while maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and customer service.

“Erik is a strong global leader with the strategic insight, operational discipline, and product expertise to help drive our growth in Europe,” said Scott Dowell, CEO of SureWerx. “He brings a compelling mix of commercial, manufacturing, and portfolio leadership experience, along with a proven ability to deliver results in complex international organizations.

“I’m excited to join SureWerx and contribute to the next phase of the company’s growth,” said Pertot. “SureWerx has a strong portfolio of brands, a clear market position, and meaningful opportunities to continue building value globally. I look forward to working with the team to strengthen execution, support innovation, and deliver for customers and partners across the business.”

About SureWerx

Founded in 1957, SureWerx is a global manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE), safety products, tools, and workplace safety solutions. The company sells its products under a range of well-known brands, including Jackson Safety, Sellstrom, Pioneer, PeakWorks, ADA Solutions, Armor Tile, Access Tile, Due North, K1, Avenger, Nautilus, MEGAComfort, NEOS, Oberon, FALL SAFE, and Reliance Fall Protection.

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