ADS Inc announced earlier today that it has withdrawn its Initial Public Offering of common stock due to “adverse market conditions.”
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ADS Withdraws IPO
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011MMI Updates Web Presence
Tuesday, July 26th, 2011
MMI Tactical has updated their website and done a great job of including information on all of their current offerings as well as videos and some in-depth background data. They’ve also introduced a blog and you can sign up for the Snake-eater’s Dispatch, a newsletter designed to keep you up-to-date on all things MMI You might also want to check out MMI Tactical on Facebook.
SureFire Wins 2011 Safety Product of the Year Award
Tuesday, July 26th, 2011
The Shooting Industry Academy of Excellence awarded SureFire the 2011 Safety Product of the Year Award for their improved EP3 Sonic Defenders. SureFire enhanced the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) rating from 16db to 24db. The EP3 is a two-flange plug that allows sounds, at safe levels, to pass through into the ear canal, while potentially harmful noises (above 85dB) are reduced via a proprietary design that incorporates the patented Hocks Noise Braker® filter. EP3s also include the attached stopper plugs, which can be inserted for further protection, and they also block out lower-level noise like that heard on a plane. I can say from personal experience that these work. However, it is important to note that these do need to be replaced every 3-6 months depending on rate of use and care.
They are available in Black or Clear in sizes Small, Medium, or Large.
www.surefire.com/EarProProducts
Want to Sell Tac Gear Next to the Beach in Los Angeles?
Thursday, July 21st, 2011SO Tech is looking to grow its Marketing program, so they are looking for a dynamic individual with experience in military, law enforcement or government contracts. The Sales and Marketing Manager will be responsible for managing the department and developing new strategies to increase sales.
Responsibilities (but are not limited to):
*Developing and accomplishing sales and marketing plan.
*Meeting or exceeding monthly and quarterly sales target
*Evaluate and improve marketing and sales administration procedures.
*Must lead all internal sales and marketing meeting
*Establish good working relationship with dealers
*Coordinating with Customer Service for status on orders
*Attending industry trade shows & conferences to build network
Education and Experience:
*Business degree in Marketing or Business related field
*At least 4 years experience in sales and marketing
*Experience in military, law enforcement or government contracts
*Relevant training in sales
*Competitive drive and history of accomplishment
*CRM – Salesforce or other sales software
For more information please check out www.specopstech.com.
This is a full time position. Compensation is – base salary plus bonus structure. To apply, please forward your resume and cover letter to tmartinez@specopstech.com
Bravo Company Manufacturing Updates Website
Friday, July 15th, 2011This is the promo for Bravo Company Manufacturing’s updated website.
They’ve also updated their website with a new streamlined look.
SOD USA is Coming
Friday, July 15th, 2011Italian tactical clothing firm SOD Gear has licensed their designs to US-based Four Spears. We are huge fans of SOD Gear and welcome this new opportunity to purchase their products.
In 30 days, SOD USA will launch. They have developed a phased approach to introducing the line here in the US including FR options. With the exception of one material, the entire production will be Berry compliant and they are working to bring that fabric to the US as well. SOD USA is taking the next 30 days to identify interested resellers. Interested parties should contact info@sodgearusa.com directly.
WPRC Elects Officers
Thursday, July 14th, 2011The Warrior Protection and Readiness Association, which will continue to be known as the Warrior Protection and Readiness Coalition, held the inaugural meeting of its newly appointed Board of Directors early this morning. The Directors enthusiastically agreed to pursue further expansion of the WPRC as a not-for-profit organization.
During the meeting, the WPRC Board of Directors elected Luke Hiller, CEO of ADS, Inc. as its Chairman; Brent Finemore, Vice President of Government Sales at Pelican Products as its Treasurer; and David Bohannon, President of London Bridge Trading Company as its Secretary. The officers are joined on the Board of Directors by Matthew LeBretton, Esq., Director of Public Affairs at New Balance Athletic Shoe Company and Brent Finemore, Vice President of Government Sales for Pelican Products. The WPRC also designated David L. Costello as the WPRC’s first Executive Director. Costello and his team at ADS Ventures in Boston will work at the direction of the Board to develop public policy and outreach strategies that advance the WPRC’s mission on behalf of industry and the warfighter.
In little more than one year, the WPRC has grown from a concept to a leading advocate for the tactical clothing and equipment industry. The WPRC membership speaks with a single and increasingly strong voice on issues that impact domestic manufacturing and the safety of American military personnel in harm’s way. The current WPRC membership includes: ADS, Inc., Bates Footwear, Benchmade Knife Company, Bluewater Defense, Brookwood Companies Inc., Darn Tough Vermont, DuPont, Duro Textiles, Eye Safety Systems, Honeywell, Insight Technology, International Textile Group, Leading Technology Composites Inc., London Bridge Trading Company, Milliken & Company, New Balance Athletic Shoe Company, Otis Technology Inc., Outdoor Research, Pelican, Polartec, Smith Optics, Surefire, LLC, Tactical Holdings, TenCate, Wilcox Industries, Wiley X, W. L. Gore and WT Tactical.
For more information on the Warrior Protection and Readiness Coalition please visit www.warriorprotection.net.
FirstSpear Launches
Thursday, July 14th, 2011In the early hours this morning, like a predawn raid, FirstSpear launched their website. Make sure you check out their new line of products.
Why FirstSpear? We’ve been waiting for months here at SSD to be able to finally tell you.
The Primus Pilus, or First Spear, was the Senior Centurion of a Roman Legion.
“Centurions were the guardians of Rome. At the height of the Roman Republic there were over five thousand qualified Roman Centurions in the Legions. To be a Centurion required that, in a mostly illiterate society, one be able to read and write clearly, to be able to convey and create orders, to be capable of not only performing every skill of a Roman soldier but to teach every skill of a Roman soldier. Becoming a Centurion required intense physical ability, courage beyond the norm, years of sacrifice and a total devotion to the philosophy which was Rome.
When Rome fell to barbarian invaders, there were fewer than five hundred qualified Centurions. Not because Rome had fewer people but because it had fewer people willing to make sacrifices.
And the last Centurions left their shields in the heather and took a barbarian bride…..â€
