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6th Annual Gunsmith Career Fair Dates Set By Brownells

Jerry Fisher with the students from Trinidad at Brownells 5th Annual Gunsmith Career Fair

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Des Moines, Iowa – -(Ammoland.com)- Brownells has announced that the 6th Annual Gunsmith Career Fair will be held April 27 and 28, 2012 at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown in Des Moines, Iowa.

The industry-exclusive event is expected to draw more than 175 attendees and 35 employers.

“The Gunsmith Career Fair is the place to network for gunsmiths and the companies who employ them. It really is a must-attend event. Many pros from the Guilds are there and they’re not afraid to share their secrets,” said Pete Brownell, President of Brownells.

Seminars designed to assist new and experienced gunsmiths with their career and business development are once again an integral part of the event with many chances for hands-on discussions with guild members and other industry professionals. Top companies in the firearm industry and government agencies will once again be on hand to interview attendees for positions at their businesses.

The schedule is set up to make it possible for attendees to network with potential employers, fellow gunsmiths and exhibitors. Recent graduates, working gunsmiths, soon-to-graduate gunsmithing students, gun shop owners and other firearm-related businesses are all invited to attend, as well as anyone interested in beginning a career in the gunsmithing profession.

“We are absolutely delighted at the response we get from everyone that attends the Career Fair,” commented Frank Brownell, CEO of Brownells. “The seminars have fantastic information and it’s great to see so many employers with jobs to fill. 2012’s Career Fair is going to be even better than the past events and we’re looking forward to hosting it,” continued Brownell.

Those interested can sign up at www.gunsmithcareerfair.com ! Attendees and exhibitors are urged to register and book rooms early. Those arriving early will have a chance to tour the Brownells facility in Montezuma, Iowa on Thursday, April 26, 2012.

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Brownells 5th Annual Gunsmith Career Fair Another Success

Ron Power - Keynote Speaker at Brownells 5th Annual Gunsmith Career Fair

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Des Moines, Iowa – -(Ammoland.com)- Forty industry employers had a chance to interview almost 150 gunsmithing school students and experienced gunsmiths at the 5th Annual Gunsmith Career Fair.

The Career Fair’s mission is to provide gunsmiths and gunsmithing students a one-of-kind chance to interview and network with employers from around the industry.

The event was held April 15 and 16 at the Downtown Marriott Hotel in Des Moines, Iowa.

“I came to get a better idea of the skill sets the students could bring to Ruger. I found them to be very good mechanical kids, a very creative group and was impressed with how many were here and how far they traveled. They’ll be servicing Ruger firearms and it’s really good to get to know them,” said Steve Maynard of Ruger.

Industry legend Ron Power provided some insights into the industry and a couple of great hunting stories as Keynote Speaker at the Friday evening dinner. The students and gunsmiths were also able to attend seminars to help them improve their craft. Twelve seminars on a wide variety of career topics and how-to’s were well received. ATF covered many of the fine points about regulations gunsmiths need to be aware of, while custom gunmaker Sharon Dressel explained to attendees how to find their niche in the industry and Tom Shay educated them how to keep from going out of business.

“The Career Fair provides a venue for current industry members to meet the future talent. It makes me feel good to hear how impressed the employers are with the students. The firearms industry is growing and gunsmiths are an important component to the industry’s successful future,” commented Pete Brownell, President of Brownells.

The 2012 event will be held in April. Visit gunsmithcareerfair.com for additional information and the latest updates.

Jerry Fisher with the students from Trinidad at Brownells 5th Annual Gunsmith Career Fair

About:
At Brownells Everything is Guaranteed period! Forever, 100%, with no restocking fees. Brownells is the world’s largest supplier of firearm parts, gunsmithing tools, reloading equipment and accessories. Stocking more than 30,000 items, the company supplies armorers, gunsmiths, and shooters worldwide. All of their products are backed by a 100% satisfaction, unconditional, lifetime guarantee. For more information, or to place an order, call 800-741-0015 or visit Brownells.com

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