Chiappa Firearms hired Jon Pfister as U.S. sales manager to oversee the expansion of sales and distribution in the U.S. and to support its outside sales team.

Pfister joins the firearms company with more than 15 years of industry experience in business growth, market analysis and partnership opportunities.

“Chiappa Firearms is excited to have Jon join us and forge new relationships as well as strengthen existing ones as we continue our growth of market share,” said Jay Putnam, general manager. “Jon will be a valuable asset to the Chiappa team with his solid business development experience.”