NRF Supports Recently Enacted Organized Retail Crime Legislation Bills
The National Retail Federation’s SVP of Government Relations, David French, issued a supporting statement after the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2023 and the Organized Retail Crime Center Authorization Act were introduced in the U.S. Senate.
Work Sharp Successfully Defends IP Against Unauthorized Resellers
U.S. District Judge Michael McShane in the District of Oregon reportedly entered two judgments in favor of Work Sharp and against two unauthorized resellers of Work Sharp products.
Under Armour Adds Two To Board As Saunders Departs
Under Armour, Inc. appointed Carolyn Everson and Patrick Whitesell to its board of directors effective February 1, 2023. Longtime UA board member Harvey Sanders will retire on March 31, 2023.
IAiming Partners With Leisure Sales
IAiming, the smart thermal rifle scopes manufacturer, partnered with Leisure Sales to represent the brand in 13 Western states.
Steiner Optics Appoints National Sales Manager
Steiner Optics promoted Mic Otto to national sales manager and product specialist.
Rapala VMC Makes North America Product Development Team Changes
Rapala VMC hired Charlie Davis as director of product development, North America and promoted Bart Rosen to senior product manager.
Burris Appoints VP Strategic Brand & Product Marketing
Legacy optic manufacturer Burris hired Alberto Corbetta as VP strategic brand and product marketing.
Olin Corp. Sees Winchester’s Q4 Ammo Profits Halved On Lower Sales
Olin Corporation reported sales in the fourth quarter 2022 were $1.98 billion compared to $2.43 billion in the fourth quarter 2021.
Mystery Ranch Names VP Of Sales And Marketing
Mystery Ranch hired Dan Dahl as VP of sales and marketing. He brings extensive experience in outdoor, fashion, military, and international markets to the position.
Tractor Supply Q4 Sales Up 20.7 Percent; Comps Up 8.6 Percent
Tractor Supply company reported that net sales for the fourth quarter of 2022 increased 20.7 percent to $4.01 billion for the period ended December 31 from $3.32 billion in the fourth quarter of 2021.
Waypoint TV Names Director Of Content Operations
Waypoint TV, a streaming platform focused on hunt, fish and outdoor programming, promoted Katherine Brookshire to director of content operations.
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Releases 2022 Annual Report
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable released its 2022 Annual Report outlining what it said was an “incredible year for the record-breaking $862 billion outdoor recreation industry.”
Pard Optics Inks Partnerships For Nationwide Sales Rep Coverage
Pard Optics secured U.S. nationwide rep agency coverage with the Blaze Sales Group, Hays and Associates, H&G Outdoors, and Odle Sales, providing the company with added sales support in all 50 states.
Dickies Adds Four To Marketing Team, One Hire To Direct To Consumer Effort
Dickies added new hires to its marketing and consumer direct teams.
Richard Lipsey Inducted Into NSSF Hall Of Fame
Lipsey’s Founder, Richard Lipsey, was inducted into the National Shooting Sports Foundation Hall of Fame last week during the shooting sports industry’s annual SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV.
