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Joe Wolthuis Joins Scientific Anglers As Marketing Manager
Scientific Anglers, maker of fly lines, leader and tippet, has announced the hire of Joe Wolthuis as marketing manager. In this new role, Joe will be responsible for the marketing strategy, planning, asset creation and activation of the print, digital and social marketing plan.
Batteries Plus Bulbs Appoints Former Cabela’s Exec As CEO
Batteries Plus Bulbs, the nation’s only battery, light bulb, and phone repair franchise, has named Scott Williams, former Cabela’s president, as its new chief executive officer effective January 2. Williams was president of Cabela’s from February 2016 until October 2017 prior to Cabela’s sale to Bass Pro.
Vista Outdoor Names Michael Robinson To Board Of Directors
Vista Outdoor Inc. announced that it has named Michael Robinson to its board of directors. Robinson was the chief digital officer and head of customer experience at Macy’s and Macy’s.com,
Trump Administration Bans Bump Stocks
The Justice Department on Tuesday issued its final rule banning bump-fire stocks. The firearms accessory came to national attention last October after a gunman in Las Vegas unleashed murderous gunfire on concertgoers, killing 58 people.
U.S. Senate Passes Modern Fish Act
The U.S. Senate on Monday unanimously passed S.1520, the Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2017 (Modern Fish Act). The legislation, which would make critical updates to the oversight of federal fisheries, marks a big step forward for America’s angling community and now moves to the U.S. House for final passage.
Gander Outdoors Store Closes In Paducah, KY
A Gander Outdoors location has closed in Paducah in Kentucky. By all indications, the store is the second Gander Outdoors location to close since Camping World began re-opening former Gander Mountain locations late last year under the updated name.
GSM Acquires Crossfire Elite
GSM Outdoors LLC, a multi-brand manufacturer of specialized hunting and shooting products, has acquired Crossfire Elite LLC, manufacturer of branded nylon holsters. Terms were not disclosed.
Bass Pro Shops Partners With American Bass Anglers
Bass Pro Shops and American Bass Anglers announced today a multiyear partnership to provide more avenues for weekend anglers across the country. Bass Pro Shops will become the Title Sponsor of American Bass Anglers and will support a new 150hp bass tournament trail.
Big Rock Sports Gear Up For First-Ever National Show
Big Rock Sports will hold its first-ever national Outdoor Expo in Nashville, TN from January 7–9, 2019. Based on previous years where the company held two regional shows, the company is seeing strong registration numbers for this bigger buying event.
Bass Pro Becomes Title Sponsor of Collegiate Bass Fishing Series
Under the agreement, Bass Pros Shops will become the title sponsor of the Collegiate Bass Fishing Series, as well as the title sponsor of the Big Bass Bash presented by Berkley event and the prestigious School of the Year program.
American Outdoor Brands Lifts Annual Guidance On Robust Q2
American Outdoor Brands Corp., the parent of Smith & Wesson, reported earnings on an adjusted basis rose 74.6 percent in the second quarter ended October 31 as sales grew 8.9 percent.
5.11 Opens Store In Indianapolis
Tactical apparel and gear brand 5.11 has opened a brick-and-mortar retail store in Indianapolis, IN, providing another building block to 5.11’s 2018 retail expansion goal of 50 company-owned retail stores.
Mountain Khakis Promotes Victoria Payne To CFO
Mountain Khaki announced the recent promotion of Victoria Payne to CFO and vice president. Payne will lead all Mountain Khakis’ finance and operations activities.
Dick’s Saw 62 Employees Quit Over Gun Policy Change
Sixty-two employees quit in protest over Dick’s Sporting Goods’ change in its gun policies earlier this year, Ed Stack, the retailer’s chairman and CEO, said at a Wall Street Journal conference Tuesday. The exits were fewer than anticipated.
Moody’s Affirms Vista Outdoor’s Debt Ratings
Moody’s Investors Service affirmed all ratings for Vista Outdoor Inc. following the company’s refinancing its unrated credit facility. The rating outlook remains negative.
