Crosman Corporation, the manufacturer of products for the shooting sports, announced that Phil Dolci has been named president and chief executive officer.

Most recently he was CEO of the Jarden Corporation Leisure and Entertainment Group and president of U.S. Playing Card Company, a division of Jarden Corporation. He served as vice president with Sanford, L.P., a division of Newell Rubbermaid, where he contributed to the growth of such brands as Sharpie and Expo. Prior to that, Dolci spent 14 years in the food industry at ConAgra Foods, Inc., Dean Foods and Kraft Foods, Inc.

“Joining the Crosman team on the eve of its 90th year is especially exciting,” said Dolci. “I’m thankful for the opportunity, and eager to guide this organization of dedicated and talented people. Together we will continue the journey of process improvement, continued expansion into new markets, and significant long-term growth,” he said.

Dolci is an MBA graduate of the Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern University) and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Chicago in economics.