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Everest Adds More Tactical Manufacturers to its Line-Up of Storefronts

Monday, July 6th, 2020

The Woodlands, Texas – June 26, 2020 – Everest, the one-of-a-kind marketplace and e-commerce solution for the outdoors world has announced the addition of several big brands to the Everest family.

“Everest is thrilled to partner with so many emerging brands within the tactical and shooting sports arena,” says Marcus Johnson, EVP of Operations. “We consider it an honor to play a role in growing their e-commerce presence by introducing these brands to new consumers they’ve never been able to reach in the past. We will also provide them with marketing automation tools that will ensure they communicate with these customers through all the steps of the buying journey.”

The latest addition of manufacturer storefronts includes Grind Hard Ammo, Blackhound Optics and Triumph Systems. They join hundreds of other brands in the hunting, shooting sports, fishing, camping and hiking space who have already established storefronts within the Everest marketplace. Consumers can visit their storefronts where they can shop each brands’ products, watch manufacturer videos and more.

“I spend every minute of every day ensuring that I’m producing the best ammo in the market by investing in state- of-the-art equipment, hiring the right people and developing the best marketing strategies,” says Austin Weiss, Owner of Grind Hard Ammo. “Everest strengthens my SEO strategy and increases conversions through their automated marketing platform. I believe in the Everest team and trust that they will contribute significantly in building the Grind Hard Ammo brand.”

The newest storefronts are now live at Everest.com:

www.everest.com/GrindHardAmmo www.everest.com/BlackHoundOptics www.everest.com/TriumphSystems

Spectra Group Business Continuity Plans Withstand the Test  

Saturday, July 4th, 2020

Spectra Group (UK) Ltd, the world-leading provider of high-grade information security and communication capabilities, is emerging from the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions confident that their business continuity plans have withstood the considerable challenges faced by the company. Over the last 4 months, Spectra Group has achieved 100% of their sales forecast whilst remaining fully compliant with all Government Guidelines and restrictions.

 

Throughout the lockdown period, Spectra Group has protected their staff by rapidly implementing IT systems and processes that have enabled the team to work from home, whilst ensuring production and deliveries can continue. Having activated a pre-rehearsed Business Continuity Plan, that included home-working lap-tops for all staff and a rapid switch to Microsoft Teams, Spectra Group experienced a seamless transition to a new way of working. Training for customers, partners and sales representatives continued using virtual methods supported by an accelerated migration to a new VPN endpoint, that was already in the pipeline to maintain compliance with Cyber Essentials.

 

In the process of manufacturing and delivering significant numbers of SlingShot systems to clients during the lockdown period, Spectra Group has helped sustain jobs across a multitude of companies in their supply chain through the placement of large orders for components, to support production. In terms of customer support, The Network Operations Centre (NOC) was moved to a distributed model to maintain project support and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), with no loss in service.

Spectra Group is best known for its revolutionary Slingshot technology that has become a true game-changer in the world of tactical communications.  SlingShot is a unique system that enables UHF and VHF radios to use L-Band Satellite frequency, allowing users to instantly extend the range of their in-service tactical communications equipment to BLOS (Beyond Line of Sight).  Conceived and designed to meet demanding Special Forces requirements, SlingShot offers a significant number of benefits for users requiring secure, reliable and robust communications on the move (COTM).  Over 3500 SlingShot systems are in operation world-wide in the Manpack, Vehicle, Maritime and Aviation variants.

 

Simon Davies, CEO of Spectra Group said: “after the initial shock to the system that we all experienced as the lockdown restrictions were rapidly introduced, we got our heads together and moved quickly to implement the changes needed to continue to work, operate and deliver Services to those that continue to keep us safe. I’m exceedingly proud of the fact that we were able to adapt and overcome the challenges we have faced, whilst protecting our staff and all of those around us, supported by our supply chain and partners”. He added: “we’re lucky that we have not been adversely affected by the Covid-19 crisis so far and understanding that this has not been the same for all, I do wish everyone the best as we emerge into the new world and begin to build our lives and businesses back up to and beyond where we were pre-Covid”.

www.spectra-group.co.uk

The State of SOLGW

Friday, July 3rd, 2020

What’s going on? What to look for? We will be releasing stripped receivers, but in limited quantities. And, we’re driving forward at an impressive speed…without EVER sacrificing the integrity of the brand. We make fighting rifles. That is our core purpose. When you get a SOLGW product it’s a known quantity and it’ll do what you ask of it. Despite growth or panic.

www.solgw.com

Big Horn Armory (BHA) Hires Luke Maslak to Join Sales and Marketing Efforts

Thursday, July 2nd, 2020

Maslak will focus his efforts on sales to chain retailers and larger dealers.

Cody, Wyo. (June 2020) – Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of big-bore firearms, is pleased to announce it has hired Luke Maslak to join in its Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service efforts. Maslak will focus on sales to chain retailers and larger dealers as well as relationship building with individual store managers. 

“I’m excited about joining Big Horn Armory as getting into the firearm industry has been something I have always wanted to do. I’ve been familiar with firearms for much of my life and always wanted to get more involved. I’ve built several AR rifles for family members in the past and was always the one to call when anyone had questions. So far, I feel like this job has been exactly what I have been looking for,” commented Maslak.

A jack of all trades, Maslak is a Defense and Tactics Instructor and a former Security Guard. He is also a Certified Business Professional in Customer Service and owned his own internet marketing company for several years where he aided his clients in internet optimization, web, and graphic design. Maslak is skilled in cold calling, customer service, and communication with many personality types and has extensive experience with firearms, optics, ammunition, shooting supplies, and hunting accessories.

For more on Big Horn Armory, visit www.bighornarmory.com

Anarchy Outdoors Offers UF Pro Tactical Clothing To the US Market

Wednesday, July 1st, 2020

North Logan, UT- Anarchy Outdoors, a leading industry innovator and supplier of precision rifle components and other high-performance firearms accessories, is excited to be the first U.S. Distributor and a Dealer of UF Pro tactical clothing.  Designed for true LE and military use, this rugged outerwear has features perfect for precision rifle and 3-gun competitors. Designed and manufactured in Europe, UF Pro provides pants, shirts, jackets and accessories to tactical personnel that stand up to the harshest physical and environmental conditions.  Currently Anarchy Outdoors is the law enforcement agency T&E Program sample supplier for UF Pro.  Some of the most popular products for LE and competitive shooters include the UF Pro® Striker HT Combat Pants, the UF Pro Striker XT Gen 2 Combat Shirt and the UF Pro Striker Gen 2 Boonie Hat.

Pants designed for tactical and shooting competition use have specific features and requirements necessary to perform well in those applications.  The UF Pro Striker HT Combat Pants exceed these requirements including durability, adjustability, breathability, protection as well as storage capacity and access.  Made from durable and snag resistant ripstop polycotton and Schoeller®- Dynamic fabric the Striker HT has a unique ventilation system that can be opened or closed to circulate air through upper leg and groin area with each step.  A three-layer knee protection system including replaceable knee pads allows the user to wear reliable knee protection at all times without even noticing it.  Fourteen pockets with the right capacity and location add to the versatility of the Striker HT Combat Pants.  Other features that set these pants apart include boot loops, double belt loops, expandable lower legs and suspender loops.  Striker HT Combat Pants are now available in Coyote Brown, Brown Grey, MultiCam, Desert Grey and Black MultiCam with an MSRP of $191.99.  Read more about the Striker HT Combat Pants here:  www.anarchyoutdoors.com/uf-pro-striker-ht-combat-pants

The UF PRO® Striker XT Pro Gen. 2 Combat Shirt is designed for extreme performance, providing the wearer with a comfortable, breathable, rugged upper garment.  Three different fabrics are used to meet specific needs of each part of the shirt.  The sleeves use a rugged and breathable ripstop, the torso is an abrasion-resistant knit, and the armpit area is an anti-odor Merino/polyester fabric. Mesh material protects the Merino/polyester section of the shirt.  Detachable UF PRO® air/pac® inserts in the shoulder area offer weight distribution for those carrying a plate carrier or a heavy backpack.  The inserts add air flow, aiding ventilation and drying for the shirt.  The Striker XT Pro Gen. 2 Combat Shirt has easy to access pockets including two large upper arm pockets with Velcro and an additional strap for easy opening as well as lower arm pockets with elastic straps inside the pocket and MOLLE on top of the pocket for attaching a UF PRO® Device Pouch.  Multiple color patterns are available including Brown Grey, GreenZone, Black MultiCam, Steel Grey, Navy Blue, SloCam, Black MultiCam and Flecktarn.  MSRP:  $107.99.  Read more about the Striker XT Pro Gen. 2 Combat Shirt here:  www.anarchyoutdoors.com/uf-pro-striker-xt-gen-2-combat-shirt

Even the UF Pro Striker Gen 2 Boonie Hat is designed to be more than a just a hat. Mesh ventilation openings in the front and back side of the boonie hat allow air to circulate freely to aid cooling.  An integrated wire in the front and back side allows the wearer to mold the brim so that it fits perfectly.  The circumference can easily be adjusted with  paracord and an adjuster in the back of the hat.  Mesh pockets in the inside of the hat allow storage of small flat objects.  Three hook and loop patches allow attachment of unit identification and vegetation loops aid concealment.  The UF Pro Striker Gen 2 Boonie Hat is available in Brown Grey, Slocam, GreenZone, Flecktarn, MultiCam and Concam with an MSRP of $31.99.  Read more about the UF Pro Striker Gen. 2 Boonie Hat here:  www.anarchyoutdoors.com/striker-gen-2-boonie-hat

Mack Defense Headquarters Relocates to the Mack Customer Center

Tuesday, June 30th, 2020

ALLENTOWN, PA (June 25, 2020) – To better serve customers, as well as enhance its capability to support military and government contracts, Mack Defense has relocated its headquarters to the Mack Customer Center (MCC) located in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The move, which was recently completed, also provides Mack Defense additional working space and access to other MCC amenities.

“The Mack Customer Center is an outstanding facility and presents our company and the Mack brand in a way we could not replicate at our previous location,” said David Hartzell, president, Mack Defense. “We have easier access to a number of unique features at the MCC, such as the test track and industrial space, while still retaining the robust security requirements that are required when working on military contracts.”

Military and government contracts often include classified information, which requires additional security measures. Mack Defense worked with the U.S. Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and the MCC facility team to ensure the required physical and technological security requirement are in place.

In addition to meeting security needs, the new space also offers prospective customers a more complete representation of Mack Defense and its capabilities.

“When hosting current and prospective customers, the MCC facility paints a completely different picture than our previous location, demonstrating the wide range of solutions we can offer our customers,” said Hartzell.

Mack Defense’s move was timed specifically to utilize the enhanced capabilities available at the MCC to support the current active contract with the U.S. Army to provide heavy dump trucks. Mack Defense was awarded a firm-fixed-price $296 million contract in May 2018 from the U.S. Army to produce up to 683 M917A3 Heavy Dump Trucks (HDT).


Mack Defense has relocated its headquarters to the Mack Customer Center (MCC) located in Allentown, Pennsylvania to better serve customers through enhanced ability to support its contracts. The recently completed move also provides Mack Defense additional working space and access to other MCC amenities.

Mack Defense, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mack Trucks, is responsible for the sale of heavy-duty trucks to federal- and ministerial-level customers globally. For more information, please visit www.mackdefense.com

BE Meyers & Co Appoints Mr Yong Lee As Chief Financial Officer

Monday, June 29th, 2020

June 29, 2020 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Yong Lee to the role of Chief Financial Officer of the company. Mr. Lee previously served in various senior commercial and corporate banking roles with KeyBank®, Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, and Wells Fargo in the greater Seattle region, where he provided debt capital and financing solutions for middle market and large public companies.  Mr. Lee takes on the role of CFO from Mr. Steven Oliver as part of his retirement. Mr. Oliver will transition to an advisory role as CFO Emeritus on the B.E. Meyers & Co. Board of Advisors.

In addition to his experience in commercial banking, Mr. Lee brings his military experience to the role, having served in the US Army in both Infantry and Special Forces leadership roles on active duty and later on as a member of the Washington State National Guard. Most recently, Mr. Lee served as the Executive Officer of Special Operations Detachment – Pacific (SOD-P), retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Mr. Lee received his commission from the United States Military Academy at West Point and received his MBA from the University of Washington Foster School of Business. He currently resides in Bellevue, WA with his wife and two young children.

“I have known Yong as a good friend and financial professional for several years, and we are proud to welcome him to the team,” said Matthew Meyers, CEO of B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. “Yong brings with him enhanced perspectives as a financial professional and also as a former end-user of our products, supporting our efforts to develop new technologies in support of the warfighter.”

For more information, please contact B.E. Meyers & Co. at info@bemeyers.com.

TSSi Celebrates 40 Years of Excellence

Friday, June 26th, 2020

Harrisonburg, Virginia, June 26, 2020 – In 1980, Tactical & Survival Specialties Inc. (TSSi) was founded by retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Bill Strang. Driven by core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Reliability, he had one mission: To build a company that would provide specialized operational equipment and services to the Department of Defense, federal, state & local law enforcement agencies, and emergency response professionals worldwide.

Innovation has been the cornerstone of TSSi, becoming well known for serving customer’s requirements through methods that are often unique within the government logistics industry. TSSi’s long-term relationships with thousands of manufacturing partners enables them to consistently source, design, develop, customize, and deliver products and services to customers…anytime, anywhere, no matter where the mission takes them.

For the past 40 years, TSSi’s objective has been to support the efforts of those who serve and defend our great nation and they have continued to do so with uncompromised integrity. As Bill has often stated, “Although the world continues to change…our mission has not.” TSSi’s staff is proud to celebrate and share this milestone with their customers and manufacturing partners – and they would like you to know that they could not have done it without you and look forward to many more.

TSSi is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that has been providing specialized operational equipment and logistics support around the world since 1980. Our mission is to provide mission-focused, time-sensitive, value-added equipment and logistics services solutions, delivered with uncompromising integrity – anytime, anywhere.