CLEVELAND (March 4, 2024) – Diversified Fall Protection (DFP), a large turnkey fall protection integrator in the U.S. for regulatory-driven systems and services, announced the appointment of Travis Nelson, PE, CSP, as the company’s new CEO. Nelson is a leader and influencer in the fall protection industry and brings over 20 years of industry experience to the position.
Nelson's journey with DFP began in 2019, initially as vice president of engineering and later as vice president of strategy. His tenure at DFP commenced after the acquisition of PEAK Fall Protection, where Nelson served as managing partner and president for nearly 12 years.
Established in 1994, DFP currently employs over 300 professionals across six U.S. locations. The company has experienced exponential growth, quadrupling in size since 2019, propelled in part by four strategic acquisitions between late 2019 and 2021 (PEAK Fall Protection, Fall Protection Services (FPS), Rooftop Anchor, and Versatile Systems Inc.). Since 2021, DFP has achieved a remarkable 30% growth rate.
DFP specializes in partnering with strategic clients as their trusted advisor, assessing fall protection concerns within their portfolio, identifying risks, and delivering programmatic recommendations. DFP services encompass the implementation of engineered solutions, alongside ongoing inspection and certification, ensuring compliance and safety.
