Self-storage builder Mako Steel Inc. has hired Jerad Pearson of Sun Prairie, Wis., as a regional sales manager. Pearson has 12 years of experience in the self-storage industry working with developers, architects and contractors, assisting them in their goals to develop self-storage.

Most recently, Pearson worked for U-Haul International helping with the construction and start-up of a new facility in the Madison, Wis., area.

"Jerad's ability to connect with his customers, his depth of experience in the industry and his unique experience working on the 'other side of the counter' will be a great asset to our company," said Caesar Wright, Mako president.

Mako designs, supplies and installs steel buildings for the self-storage industry. The company specializes in boat/RV storage, multi-story and custom buildings.