Buds Guns Shop & Range, based in Lexington, KY, hired Mark Stecher as president and chief operating officer. In this new role, Stecher will assist CEO Joe Murphy in all company areas.
Stecher brings a diverse background, having worked in leadership roles at Procter & Gamble and for two mid-sized companies in the healthcare industry. He then pivoted out of business to start six city-wide ministries in the Cincinnati area and led all the sites for Crossroads Church.
“I’ve known Mark for eight years and observed him having two primary strengths, developing organizations and developing people,” said Murphy. “I am truly looking forward to Mark bringing his extensive business knowledge and leadership skills to the Buds team. As we work to grow our business, support our partners, and provide great customer service, having the right members on our team is vital to our success.”
“I’ve always admired the Buds brand, and I’m thrilled to be joining the Buds family,” said Stecher. “To help continue to grow one of the industry’s leading players is a tremendous opportunity. I am excited to be joining such a great company full of passionate and talented people.”
Founded in 2003, Buds Guns Shop has an online presence and retail stores in Lexington, KY; Greenville, KY; and Sevierville, TN.
Images courtesy Buds Guns Shop/Mark Stecher, Facebook
