Michael Ford was promoted to district sales representative for Spider in Orlando.

Spider, a division of SafeWorks LLC, recently promoted Michael Ford to district sales representative of its Orlando operation center. In this position, Ford is responsible for solving suspended access and safety challenges of contractors and facility owners throughout Florida’s panhandle.

After completing Spider’s Sales Trainee Program in February, Ford served as inside sales representative, assisting the Chicago team. Prior to joining Spider, he worked as a sales specialist for Automatics & Machinery Co. in Colorado and as a financial analyst for the Cypress Co. in St. Petersburg, Fla.

“Michael earned a coveted spot in Spider’s sales trainee program based on his dedication to delivering value for customers and performing at a level of personal excellence we expect from our district sales representatives,” said John Sotiroff, vice president, sales & distribution. “Returning Michael to the Florida market to deliver the reliable suspended access experience contractors and facility owners have come to expect from their market leader shows Spider’s focus on building talented, knowledgeable teams in our 25 locations to help our customers get the work done.”

Seattle-based Spider is No. 69 on the RER 100.