March 8, 2019: The ETS Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Tara Yager as the new Brand Marketing Manager.

Tara joined the ETS Group in May of 2015 as Brand Designer for the company. Since that time Tara has been instrumental in the brand growth for the ETS Group, helping to launch several products including ETS’s best selling magazine speedloaders. In this new role, Yager will continue to develop and create ETS Group’s brand design as well as execute marketing initiatives. Tara’s successful career spans over 15 years working with several well-known industry brands including, SureFire, CMC Triggers, Breakthrough Clean Technologies, and PROOF Research.

“Tara’s expanded role as Brand Marketing Manager will allow her to bring her valuable brand experience to ETS Group’s marketing endeavors,” said Jim Hansen, ETS Group’s Director of Sales and Co-Owner. “Her ability to see the 30,000-foot view and her hands-on capability to complete initiatives from concept to completion will ensure ETS Group’s brand success in the future.”

Addressing her newly appointed position, Yager stated, “I am honored to continue to help grow the ETS brand as their Brand Marketing Manager. Being involved in developing brands from the ground up like ETS is so rewarding. I enjoy rolling up my sleeves and working on everything from design to marketing strategies to make things happen. It’s what I love to do and working with such great people and great products just make my job that much easier.”

www.etsgroup.us

San Antonio, Texas (March 6, 2019) – The Blaser Group has promoted Christian Socher to the Head of Sales and CEO of Blaser GmbH.   After almost seven years as CEO of Blaser USA, Socher is returning to Germany to lead the global sales efforts of Blaser GmbH.

Industry Veteran Jason Evans has been hired as the new CEO of Blaser USA.  In this role, Evans will be responsible for all aspects of Blaser USA’s business and will work closely with Socher to ensure a seamless transition.

“It has been an honor to serve as CEO of Blaser USA,” said Socher.  “While I will miss running this division and living in Texas, I am excited about my new role as Head of Sales and CEO of Blaser GmbH and once again living in my home country. Blaser is poised for growth on a global scale, and Jason and I will work together to ensure a smooth transition here in the U.S.”

“The Blaser USA portfolio of companies – Blaser, Mauser, J.P. Sauer & Sohn, John Rigby and Minox – are well-known and highly-regarded brands, and I am excited to be leading the business as CEO of Blaser USA,” said Evans.  “The company’s German rifle, shotgun, and optic lines are known for their exceptional quality. These brands have a tremendous following in Europe and a growing customer base here in the U.S.  I look forward to working with the Blaser team and our retail partners to increase consumer demand and continue to grow market share.”

Evans brings more than 25 years of experience in the hunting and shooting sports to his role at Blaser USA.    Prior to joining Blaser, he served as Director of Sales and Marketing for Hogue, was Vice President of Sales and Product Development for Weatherby, and spent 13 years in various roles at Benelli USA, ultimately serving as the company’s Vice President of Product Development.

www.blaser-usa.com

Everson, WA – February 19th, 2019

Modular Driven Technologies is proud to announce the addition of industry veteran Matt Hornback to the position of Public Relations Manager.

“Matt Hornback comes from a diverse background of military and industry experience that adds to the stellar team here at MDT.” says CEO Maarten Van Ruitenburg. “We look forward to his contributions to help us lead the industry in innovative products that allow our customers to ‘Shoot Better’.”

In the new role of Public Relations Manager Matt Hornback will provide marketing and public/media relations strategy and manage trade shows and event sponsorships. He will also coordinate MDT’s sponsored shooting team and document their performances as they compete at matches across the country.  “Matt’s experience with photography and video will contribute as a valuable resource for MDT’s social media channels.” adds Van Ruitenburg

Prior to joining Modular Driven Technologies, Matt held the positions of Marketing Communications as well as Director of Product Development for Legacy Sports International. He also earned his commission in the Nevada Army National Guard as a Combat Engineer officer where he still serves. Matt is an avid hunter as well as national level competitor in several disciplines including, precision rifle, multi gun and USPSA/IPSC.

mdttac.com

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