Baton Rouge, LA – Lipsey’s, a nationally renowned firearms distributor, had a strong showing at this year’s SHOT Show by earning top distributor awards with some of the industry’s leading manufacturers.

Whether it’s a first time award or one that Lipsey’s has won multiple times, it’s never taken for granted. The mantra of “AIM HIGHER” continues to serve as the company’s foundation for excellence.

Laurie Lipsey Aronson, President and CEO, was in attendance to accept the NSSF’s SHOT Business Distributor Of The Year award last Tuesday morning. “Our team pushes hard all year long and I am impressed every single day by their work ethic. It’s a pleasure to watch them over-achieve our company goals. Receiving these recognitions makes me even more proud of their accomplishments.”

In addition to leading the GLOCK Perfection Awards list as top commercial distributor, Lipsey’s brought home nearly a half dozen other awards in both the firearms and accessories categories. Brett Frey, Director of Purchasing, enjoyed making the rounds at SHOT Show as the good news kept coming in. “It was humbling yet rewarding to receive multiple honors at this year’s show. The awards help validate all of the time, effort, and hard work the entire Lipsey’s team puts in that no one sees, but it makes us who we are.”

Distributor awards Lipsey’s received were as follows:

Located in Baton Rouge, Lipsey’s was originally formed as a wholesale hunting and fishing distributor in 1953. Today, the company leads the firearms industry in the collaboration and distribution of exclusive firearms. An authority in NFA regulations, Lipsey’s also offers a robust line of silencers, short barrel rifles and accessories. With a committed focus on relationships, Lipsey’s provides value and innovation to federally licensed dealers and the industry’s top manufacturers.

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Baton Rouge, LA – Lipsey’s, a nationally renowned firearms distributor, is excited to announce the promotion of three long-time, dedicated members of its management team.

The first working day of the year began with Lipsey’s annual company kickoff meeting. Laurie Aronson, President and CEO, was elated to announce the promotion of both Flint Virgets and Mark Emonet from Vice President to Senior Vice President status. In addition, 17 year veteran Jason Cloessner, Lipsey’s Product Development Manager, was elevated to Vice President. All three will remain in their current operational roles with Lipsey’s.

Commenting on the promotions, Laurie Aronson said, “I can’t say enough about these wonderful gentlemen that I have had the pleasure of working with for so many years. They all set a great example for the entire Lipsey’s team.”

Flint Virgets, Senior Vice President and General Manager, has been part of the Lipsey’s family for over 27 years. His role in overseeing Lipsey’s sales operations as well as manufacturer and dealer relations continues to yield unprecedented growth.

With a tenure of nearly 16 years, Mark Emonet, Senior Vice President and CFO, navigates the financial, administrative and distribution center that remain critical components to the success of the organization.

Jason Cloessner, Vice President and Product Development Manager, spearheads all of Lipsey’s Exclusive firearms concepts. His ideas and innovation continue to keep Lipsey’s in the forefront of special make-up firearms.

  
Located in Baton Rouge, Lipsey’s was originally formed as a wholesale hunting and fishing distributor in 1953. Today, the company leads the firearms industry in the collaboration and distribution of exclusive firearms. An authority in NFA regulations, Lipsey’s also offers a robust line of silencers, short barrel rifles and accessories. With a committed focus on relationships, Lipsey’s provides value and innovation to federally licensed dealers and the industry’s top manufacturers.

www.lipseys.com