Professional Building Systems has hired Mathew Ross as the new director of business development.

Ross will be responsible for developing new client accounts, strengthening existing accounts as well as promoting the firm through community involvement.

"Mathew is a facilitator that will help our clients reach their goals by bringing together the missing pieces" said Russell Budd, president of Naples-based Professional Building Systems.

A Fort Myers native, Ross began his career in law enforcement and security, with experience as a deputy sheriff and as a personal body guard.

In 1989, Ross transitioned into sales and management. As president of Procraft Industries, he expanded the business statewide.