SDS Imports Hires Christopher DiCenso as CEO
DiCenso’s career includes being a managing partner at Growth Strategy Partners, where he specialized in accelerating revenue, profit and organizational growth for firearm and related companies.
NRF Appears to Promote Two Monthly Sales Trend Reports with Differing Data
March’s core retail sales as defined by the NRF, based on the census data but excluding auto dealers, gas stations, and restaurants, were up 1.1 percent seasonally adjusted from February and up 3.2 percent unadjusted year-over-year.
Big Green Egg Elevates Backyard Experience with Limited Edition Chiminea
In celebration of its 50th Anniversary, Big Green Egg announced the limited release of the Chiminea, with premium ceramics and design and enhanced warmth with Lava Rocks.
CNBC/NRF: March Retail Sales Grew 2.7 Percent
Total retail sales, excluding automobiles and gasoline, were up 0.36 percent seasonally-adjusted month-over-month and up 2.7 percent unadjusted year-over-year in March, according to the Retail Monitor.
Armament Systems Appoints Sales Director for Western U.S.
Carlos Ruiz, most recently a Riverside County deputy sheriff, is responsible for law enforcement agency and distributor relationships in an eleven-state territory.
Buds Guns Shop CEO Acquires Business from Founder Bud Wells
CEO Joe Murphy acquired sole ownership of the company. Murphy will remain as CEO continuing to grow its leadership role in the shooting sports industry.
Polaris Elevates Side-By-Side with 2025 Full-Size Ranger Lineup
Polaris brings back Ranger Crew XP 1000 Waterfowl Edition and announces Ranger Crew XP 1000 NorthStar Texas Edition.
U.S. House Passes the EXPLORE Act to Expand Outdoor Recreation Access
The Act’s passage through the House “represents a historic moment as it is the first outdoor recreation-specific bill package, and it achieves this without cost to taxpayers.”
NRF: Despite Baltimore Port Shutdown, Import Cargo Expected to Hit 2M Containers
The Baltimore bridge accident will likely shift container imports and exports to New York/New Jersey, Virginia and other surrounding ports until a shipping channel is cleared, perhaps as soon as within a couple of months.
Garmin Ltd. Transitions General Counsel Role as Andrew Etkind Retires
The company’s Associate General Counsel and Assistant Secretary Josh Maxfield will assume the role of VP, general counsel and assistant secretary. Etkind will continue to serve as vice president and secretary for Garmin Ltd.
Recon Launches Police Interceptor E-Bike and Training Center
The e-bike can be configured to meet any standard U.S. e-bike class with the option of custom programming. This summer, Recon will open the first law enforcement e-bike training center, in conjunction with the Allen County Sheriff’s Department, on two hundred-plus acres in Fort Wayne, IN.
Watchtower Firearms Appoints New Chief Operating Officer
Graham Kohlmeyer will play a crucial role as COO, driving the execution of Watchtower Firearms’ strategic roadmap in his new position.
NSSF Board of Governors Adds Member
Derek Sevcik is executive vice president, group publisher and operations, at Outdoor Sportsman Group. Before his current role, Sevcik was senior vice president of finance and publishing at OSG.
DHS Outlines Enforcement Actions to Support U.S. Textile Jobs
The Department of Homeland Security outlined an enhanced strategy to combat illicit trade and level the playing field for the U.S. textile industry, which accounts for over 500,000 U.S. jobs and is deemed critical to U.S. national security.
EXEC: CSG Taps JP Morgan Financing for the Vista Outdoor Ammo Deal
Czechoslovak Group issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to the proposed all-cash acquisition of Vista Outdoor, Inc.’s ammunition business for a total consideration of $1.91 billion, with fully committed financing from JP Morgan Chase.
