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Sentry Products Group Appoints VP Of Sales
Sentry Products Group announced that Steve Hoffa has joined the firm as vice president of sales. Hoffa, formerly with Alpha Guardian (Cannon Safe/GunVault/Stack-On) and BLACKHAWK!, brings 20 years of sales and operations experience to the team.
RubLine Marketing Hires Bo Adams
RubLine Marketing announced the hiring of Bo Adams as marketing director for their portfolio of brands.
Leatherman Launches Ambassador Program
Leatherman Tool Group Inc. announced the launch of its first-ever ambassador program featuring “a collective of passionate storytellers, each embodying Tim Leatherman’s spirit of unwavering perseverance and commitment to hard work.”
SHOT Show Sets New Record For Exhibitors
The 41st Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show), owned and operated by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), finished its four-day run with many notable successes, including a new record for exhibitors in its Suppliers Showcase and an innovative Pop-Up Preview that proved to be a hit with buyers.
Bass Pro Appoints Mike McDermott As New President
Bass Pro Shops said Michael P. McDermott, a former executive at the Lowe’s home-improvement chain, will replace Jim Hagale as president. McDermott will guide the next phase of the integration of Bass Pro and Cabela’s and accelerate the outdoor retailer’s omni-channel efforts.
Otis Announces Sales Rep And Agency Awards
Otis Technology presented their 2018 sporting goods and law enforcement sales representative and agency awards the opening day of SHOT Show 2019 in Las Vegas.
Duckworth Appoints Andy Wunsch CEO
Duckworth, the Merino wool apparel company, announced the company has hired Andy Wunsch to lead Duckworth in the role of chief executive officer.
Clarus Corp. Sees Q4 Exceeding Guidance
Clarus Corp. again lifted its guidance for the year ended December 31 due to healthy revenue increases in the fourth quarter. The gains were led by 8 percent growth from Black Diamond and 14 percent growth from Sierra Bullets.
Meopta USA Sport Optics Hires Simpson Sales Company
Meopta USA Sport Optics has hired Simpson Sales Company, Inc. as its sales agency for the Southeastern United States.
Edge Technologies Acquires Al Mar Knife Brand
Edge Technologies Engineering LLC has acquired the Al Mar Knife Brand. Gary Fadden, president of Al Mar Knives, has become Al Mar chairman emeritus and will attend SHOT and major industry events.
CRKT Taps The Evans Group For North American Sales Representation
CRKT, a designer, developer and manufacture of knives, tools, and lifestyle accessories, has announce its partnership with The Evans Group for sales representation across the United States and Eastern Canada.
Velocity Outdoor Appoints VP Of Product Development
Velocity Outdoor announced the promotion of Dave Jenner to vice president of product development. Jenner’s recent roll was director of business development.
American Outdoor Brands Acquires LaserLyte
American Outdoor Brands Corp., a provider of firearms and related products, on Tuesday announced that its Electro-Optics Division, Crimson Trace Corp., has completed the acquisition of LaserLyte, a provider of laser training and sighting products for the consumer market. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Appoints Martha Bejar To Board Of Directors
Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings Inc. on Monday announced that Martha Bejar has been appointed to the company’s board of directors, effective February 3, 2019. Following her appointment, the board will include eight members.
Big 5 Sporting Goods Same Store Sales Up 1.1 Percent In Q4
Sporting goods retailer Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp. on Monday reported sales results for the fiscal 2018 fourth quarter and full year ended December 30, 2018.
