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Benchmade Knife Company Promotes Jon de Asis To Sr. Director Of Operations

Wednesday, August 5th, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 5th, 2015

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(Oregon City, OR) Benchmade Knife Company, manufacturer of premium sports cutlery for more than two decades, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jon de Asis to the role of Senior Director of Operations.

In this new position, Jon will oversee all aspects of manufacturing at Benchmade’s factory including the production, quality, supply chain, engineering and advance development departments. Jon will report to the President & CEO of Benchmade, Les de Asis.

Previously for Benchmade, Jon served as Product Line Manager and Supply Chain Manager. Prior to joining the company, he spent over five years in China serving as a Vice President for SinoRegent, a contract manufacturer serving various sporting goods industries. Jon holds a B.S. and MBA from the University of Oregon.

“We’re extremely excited to have Jon step into this new role” said Les de Asis. “Jon’s broad experience and leadership skills will be critical to managing our strong growth, and ensuring that we continue to deliver industry-leading quality and innovation.

www.benchmade.com

TacJobs – TSSi – Director Of Business Development

Wednesday, August 5th, 2015

Department: Business Development
Team Positions Supervised: Business Development
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Status: Full time
Work Schedule: Normal business hours/as required
Reports To: VP of Business Development
Amount of Travel Required: 70%
Report To Location: HQ – Harrisonburg, VA

POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Business Development is expected to meet and exceed all directives, objectives, and corporate goals established by TSSi’s executive team. The Director is also expected to continually drive new business and continue company growth within and outside of typical markets. This position will report directly to the TSSI Vice President of Business Development. Duties include developing a business strategy, management functions, budgeting, and continual growth of Business Development team. The Director of Business Development must have the ability to handle multiple projects and possess the time management skills to complete all tasks on or before schedule. Most importantly this position is directly accountable for continuous positive revenue production, personnel development, as well as, the future success of the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Supervise, mentor and develop all departmental personnel assigned.
• Develop new methodologies to capture potential customers regarding equipment and purchasing needs.
• Provide various reports on agreed frequency that reflect the activities and sales of the departmental staff.
• Confer with Vice President of Business Development to develop strategies and procedures to increase sales, expand markets and promote business within all Business channels.
• Assist with the budget planning process as requested by the Vice President of Business Development.
• Provide input on products, market surveys, and strategy within sales procedures as requested.
• Guide and assist Business Development Managers with pricing strategy for Bill of Materials from their client base.
• Assign and oversee contractual, investigatory and task orders assigned to selected staff.
• Act as Capture Manager for large opportunities outside of the current workload.
• Assist when requested with proposal phases, writings, reviewing and editing as directed by the Business Services Section.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships for select manufacturers and representatives.
• Assist peer Directors (Outside/Inside Sales) as needed to keep fluidity and connectivity of the business units.
• Ability to manage departmental monthly pipeline reports and accurately back brief the Executive staff of pending requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have an understanding of Business Development principles and methods of proposal
development and review.
• Must have an established understanding of Government Sales and Federal Contracting.
• Must have experience working with Department of Defense, Military, Federal Agencies, and Law
Enforcement.
• Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill
areas.
• Ability to complete work within given deadlines.
• Ability to carry out skillful negotiations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance
of a product, service, or idea.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Management with a specialization in sales preferred.
• 8 years of related Sales and Marketing Experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of Sales and Marketing experience.
• Management Experience a plus.

COMPUTER SKILLS
• MS Office Suite or comparable software, internet search capability and database entry
experience.
• Understanding and experience in ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software.
• Experience and effective use of CRM (Customer Relationship Software) software and how it
applies to growing an effective sales tracking system.

Application is available at: www.tssi-ops.com/careers

S.P.E.A.R. Coaches Symposium & Scenario-Based Training Summit – ‘Two 2 Tango’ Special Offer

Wednesday, August 5th, 2015

Blauer Tactical is offering a ‘Two 2 Tango’ special for their upcoming S.P.E.A.R. Coaches Symposium & Scenario-Based Training Summit. This deal allows attendees the opportunity to work closely with a like-minded training partner, share and collaborate more easily upon return to work, and share on hotel expenses. If you’re planning on attending the S.P.E.A.R. Coaches Symposium and would like to take advantage of this promo, email jenny@blauertactical.com with your agency info.

The details of the upcoming event:

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Blauer Tactical is holding an upcoming Scenario Trainer’s Summit for their S.P.E.A.R. system in Las Vegas, Nevada, August 26th – 28th. Through this summit, participants will:

  • learn how to use natural movement to create space during a close quarter confrontation;
  • learn how to create safer and more realistic scenarios. Remember: Scenario-based training is the only way to stress-inoculate your personnel–this will improve their precise and confidence and to help them faster strategic judgments during confrontations;
  • learn a behaviorally based training model that will help them weather an ambush, create tactical space and making use of force choices;
  • learn a simple formula to reverse engineer scenarios so that they improve perception and reaction time;
  • Attendees will also receive a participation diploma, with hours listed so they can apply to their CEUs;
  • and SPEAR System coaches can use this training as re-certification.
  • For more information visit calibrepress.com/2015/06/scenario-trainers-summit

    www.regonline.com/SPEAR_Symposium_2015

    Invincible Arms Launches Website

    Wednesday, August 5th, 2015

    IA Website 2015

    August 4, 2015 – Willoughby, OH – Invincible Arms, LLC is excited to announce the launch of its website at www.invinciblearms.com. The website is designed to engage consumers in product research, along with an e-commerce portal to purchase firearm parts, components, accessories and branded gear. Another important element of the site is the dealer program enrollment page and a portal for dealers to purchase inventory online as well.

    “InvincibleArms.com is a great starting place for shooters to get to know our brand and our product better,” commented Israel M. (Izzy) Anzaldua, President of Invincible Arms. “We have plans to bring even more content to the site, to include more products and some exciting contests and giveaways.”

    Consumers are encouraged to visit the site and enroll in the email newsletter to become eligible for the brand’s first giveaway taking place later this summer.

    www.invinciblearms.com

    Extreme Outfitters – Sanuk Sale

    Wednesday, August 5th, 2015

    Sanuk Newsletter

    www.extremeoutfitters.us/sanuksale

    Guide to Blue Force Gear Weapon Slings

    Wednesday, August 5th, 2015

      

    www.blueforcegear.com

    Quantico Tactical Holds Military EXPO At Camp Pendleton Wednesday, August 5th

    Tuesday, August 4th, 2015

    Quantico Tactical, a leading supplier of Special Operational Equipment, is bringing a Military EXPO to Camp Pendleton on Wednesday, August 5. The event is designed for military personnel on base, and will take place at The Pacific Views Event Center, 202850 San Jacinto Rd. Around 50 brands will be represented, providing opportunities for individuals to get quality time with manufacturers, see the newest equipment and gear, and purchase for their teams and units at great prices. Quantico Tactical’s Oceanside store will also be represented, with special offers available exclusively to EXPO attendees.

    www.QuanticoTactical.com

    Grey Ghost Precision YouTube Channel

    Tuesday, August 4th, 2015

    Grey Ghost Precision has launched a new YouTube channel. It features product reviews and videos of the latest offerings from the GGP line. You can check it out here.