POOLER, GA – Justin Charles Ward has joined Blue Force Gear, Inc. (“BFG”) as Vice President of Legal & General Counsel as a key legal and business executive to provide legal counsel while furthering BFG’s corporate business objectives.
“Justin is an effective and strategic addition to the BFG executive team,” said Ashley A. Burnsed, Jr., Chief Executive Officer. “As BFG continues in its growth, innovation, and intellectual property enforcement, Justin’s skills, effective legal experience, and leadership will be key in supporting our strategic initiatives.”
Ward previously served as the Vice President of Legal and Compliance for a large firearms and accessories company wherein he effectively counseled all aspects of legal. Additionally, Ward served as Secretary and Legal Counsel for a local Domestic Nonprofit Corporation whose mission was to protect the Second Amendment by expanding shooting sports through strategic initiatives. Ward has been recognized in Georgia for his litigation skills for patent and trademark infringement disputes.
“I’m truly honored to join BFG. With a world-class reputation, an unparalleled dedication to procuring and enforcing its intellectual property rights, and an unwavering commitment to growth and innovation, BFG is an excellent employer of choice,” added Ward.
Ward, a registered patent attorney, received his juris doctorate and intellectual property certificate from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, and a bachelor’s degree in MCB from the University of Arizona.
