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Sterling Rope Company and Sherrill, Inc. Sign Department of Interior’s Pledge to Grow US Workforce

Sterling Rope Company and Sherrill, Inc. are proud to announce they have signed the United States Department of Interior’s “Pledge to America’s Workers” with the goal of adding 20-30 production and office staff in the next five years at Sterling’s Biddeford, ME production facility. The United States’ Secretary of the Interior, David Bernhardt, was on hand for the signing.
“The Department of the Interior is working every day to enhance visitor experiences on public lands, improve our parks and refuges and expand access for recreation activities like hunting, fishing, boating and rock climbing,” said Secretary Bernhardt. “I applaud the local businesses who have signed the Pledge to America’s Worker and for investing in the advancement of our current and future workforce.”
The signing was held in front of Sterling’s employees after a tour of the rope making facility. Carolyn Brodsky, President and Founder of Sterling Rope Company noted, “Sterling Rope has always been committed to hiring great employees in our Maine facility and helping them grow with us through continual training; as they grow, we grow!”
“There were many questions about what would happen to Sterling after our acquisition of the company in early July. By signing this pledge, we hope our end consumers can see that we are committed to keeping jobs in Maine and growing this amazing brand,” remarked Sherrill’s President and CEO, Tripp Wyckoff.
“There were many questions about what would happen to Sterling after our acquisition of the company in early July. By signing this pledge, we hope our end consumers can see that we are committed to keeping jobs in Maine and growing this amazing brand,” remarked Sherrill’s President and CEO, Tripp Wyckoff.
Pictured from Left to Right: Devin McNeil of Flowfold, Carolyn Brodsky of Sterling Rope, David Koorits of Good to Go and Secretary of the Interior, David Bernhardt

Founded in 1960 and based in Greensboro, NC, Sherrill, Inc. is a leading distributor and direct retailer of arborist tools and equipment. Sherrill’s vision is to become the world’s leading supplier to professionals who “Work Elevated”. These customers depend on Sherrill’s quality assortment of ropes, technical equipment and clothing to work and pursue their passions safely, efficiently and comfortably high above the ground. www.sherrillinc.com

Sterling Rope Company, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of life-safety rope, cord, and hardware. Made in the USA, Sterling has worked hard to develop the best product for use in climbing, rope rescue, arbor, fire, industrial safety, work access and OEM markets. Sterling strives to be the front runner in innovation and work closely with companies, both large and small, to develop superior products for their needs. www.sterlingrope.com