Four Veteran Team Members Assume Expanded Roles Across Law Enforcement, Sporting Goods, Federal/Military and OEM Markets
EAGLEVILLE, PA, October 5, 2026 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting tools, announced four key sales leadership promotions, effective October 1, 2026. The appointments are designed to strengthen the company’s sales organization, expand strategic partnerships, and support continued growth across its Law Enforcement, Sporting Goods, Federal/Military, and OEM markets.
Matt Baker has been promoted to Director of Sales, Law Enforcement, Sporting Goods, and Federal/Military. In his expanded role, Baker will oversee sales strategy and operations across these key markets, building on his extensive experience in federal and military sales.
Since joining Streamlight in 2008, Baker has expanded the company’s presence among federal agencies, U.S. Military branches, and military exchange retail locations. A U.S. Marine veteran, he has been instrumental in growing the Sidewinder® product series and securing standard-issue adoption of Streamlight products. His promotion coincides with the planned retirement of Tim Taylor following SHOT Show in January 2027.
Bobby Knight has been promoted to the newly created position of Director of OEM Sales, U.S. and Canada. He will focus on expanding Streamlight’s OEM business and developing strategic partnerships with leading brands across both markets.
Knight joined Streamlight in 2008 and was promoted to National Sales Manager, Law Enforcement/Sporting Goods, in 2021. He brings extensive experience working with major law enforcement agencies, distribution partners, and key retail accounts, along with a strong track record of managing sales teams and developing strategic partnerships.
Justin Thomas has been promoted to National Account Manager, Law Enforcement/Sporting Goods. He will be responsible for managing and growing strategic national accounts while strengthening relationships with Streamlight’s distributor and retail partners.
Since joining Streamlight in 2019, Thomas has served as Regional Sales Manager, contributing to sales growth and expanding customer relationships across key accounts and channels. He assumes the role as Pat Lucas prepares to retire at the end of 2026 following many years of dedicated service to Streamlight.
Brian Osborn has been promoted to National Sales Manager, Law Enforcement/Sporting Goods, Western U.S. and Canada. He will oversee sales activities and relationships with key agencies, distributors, and sales representative organizations throughout the region.
Osborn joined Streamlight in 2013 as Regional Sales Manager. A former law enforcement officer and accomplished competitive shooter, he has helped secure major contracts with Canadian agencies, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Toronto Police Service, and Ontario Provincial Police.
“These promotions recognize the exceptional experience, leadership, and dedication that Matt, Bobby, Justin, and Brian bring to Streamlight,” said Allen Lance, Vice President of Sales. “Each has played an important role in strengthening our customer relationships and expanding our presence in key markets. Their expertise will help us build on that success and continue delivering the high-performance lighting solutions our customers depend on.”
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