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Weatherby Announces The Promotion Of Aaron Smith To Marketing Manager

Weatherby announces the promotion of Aaron Smith

Weatherby.com

Paso Robles, CA - -(AmmoLand.com)- Smith joined Weatherby in 2005 as marketing coordinator. In his expanded role, he manages major communication projects in both the print and digital areas, including the annual catalog and Web site, as well as advertising and e-mail campaigns. Smith also oversees Weatherby’s public relations program, working with outdoor writers and other industry professionals. He organizes exhibits for trade and consumer shows, and represents Weatherby at numerous events. In addition, Smith plays a key role in the “life” of Weatherby Nation, the company’s online community.

“Aaron has clearly become a very important member of our team,” said Brad Ruddell, Weatherby’s vice president of sales and marketing. “He has great passion for Weatherby as well as the hunting and shooting sports. This promotion recognizes his outstanding work and many contributions to our company.”

A lifelong California resident, Smith went on his first hunt at the age of three. He is an avid big game hunter, especially fond of the Rocky Mountains and desert Southwest.

Prior to joining Weatherby, Smith attended California Polytechnic Institute, San Luis Obispo, where he earned a degree in recreation, parks and tourism administration. In addition, he worked as a sales manager for the San Luis Obispo branch of Copeland’s Sports.

About:
Founded in 1945, Weatherby, Inc.’s line features the popular Vanguard® and legendary Mark V® rifles, over/under and side-by-side shotguns in the classic Athena® and Orion® lines, semi-auto and pump shotguns, premium ammunition and security/shooting accessories. The company is based in Paso Robles, Calif., and invites all hunters and shooters to visit and join its free online community at www.weatherbynation.com.

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FNH USA Announces New Eyes & Ears FNP Pistol Promotion

FNH USA Eyes & Ears FNP Pistol Promotion

FNH USA

McLean, Va. - -(AmmoLand.com)- FNH USA has designed another consumer promotion to help boost sales at the dealer level.

“We are always looking at innovative ways to support our dealers and give extra value with a purchase,” said Barbara Sadowy Bailey, director of marketing for FNH USA. “This offer is not only a good value but promotes safety as well, something we are always interested in improving.”

The promotion runs from May 15, 2009 through September 30, 2009 and the offer is:

Buy any new FNP-9 or FNP-40 autoloading pistol between May 15, 2009 and September 30, 2009, and you’ll get a pair of comfortable, lightweight Radians® Revelation shooting glasses and a pair of SureFire® EarPro® EP3 Sonic Defenders® ear plugs ($50 retail value) free with your purchase.

These high quality shooting glasses are fully adjustable for a comfortable fit on virtually any shooter while the ear plugs protect your hearing from harmful gunfire noise yet allow you to hear normal conversation and range commands.

Visit www.fnhusa.com for redemption forms.

About:
FNH USA is the sales and marketing arm of FN Herstal, S.A., Belgium. Its corporate mission is to expand its global leadership position in defense, law enforcement and commercial markets by delivering superior products and the finest in training and logistical support. Visit www.fnhusa.com to view the entire line of FNH USA products and services. FNH USA, P.O. Box 697, McLean, VA, 22101, U.S.A.

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