Chairman's Message: Be the Change

“Change” is a word we hear frequently these days. Change is inevitable. Change is necessary to remain relevant. Our economy changes with a word from the right person. Change can be good or bad, but regardless of the outcome, we need to be ready to roll with whatever it brings and be at the forefront of the changing world.

That’s one of the reasons I was eager to take a role as a member on the board of NASGW. I wanted to be involved in an organization that will bring lasting positive change to our industry. We’ll do that with SCOPE data, among other things. We are in a digital age and today’s NASGW is much more than a trade show organizer. 

FEATURED ARTICLES

The End of the Pandemic Surge

According to the SCOPE DLX Q1 Report, the pandemic surge of 2020 and 2021 is officially over. Shipments have slowed and inventory is building. Despite the drop off, most categories are still trending above pre-pandemic levels, an encouraging sign that the industry is still strong despite the slow down since the the peak of the surge. "Plan sales relative to 2019 performance with a 15-20% increase," mentions Tom Hopper, NASGW Senior Data Analyst, in his key takeaways found in the report. 

Have You Registered for the 2022 NASGW Expo?

Registration for the 2022 NASGW Expo in Kansas City, MO is now open. This year's Expo is scheduled for October 26-28 at the Kansas City Convention Center with hotel rooms blocked out at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Members are now able to reserve hotels, purchase tickets for the Annual Appreciation Dinner, and review advertising opportunities. Early registration and hotel room reservations have been very strong so we encourage you to book early.  

Exhibitors: Designate Your Marketing Contact

As preparations for the 2022 Expo continue, NASGW is putting the final touches on a new event app that will allow Exhibitors to manage their own profiles, including company descriptions, photos, videos, and more. This will provide a great opportunity for attendees to preview brand and products they are less familiar with. In addition to the new exhibitor profiles, the app will feature a much more robust map helping everyone find what they are looking for. To provide your marketing contact access to mange your Exhibitor App Profile, click below. We will also utilize this contact to update them on importing dates regarding submitting products for the New Product Showcase and Caliber Awards, advertising and sponsorship opportunities please click the link below to designate that individual so we can be sure to include them in any email updates on deadlines and instructions on managing the app profiles. 

April SCOPE DLX Update

Curious what's happening in the market? Which products are moving? How inventories are looking? Log into SCOPE DLX to see how your business compares to the rest of the market. For non-users, purchase the SCOPE Q1 report for a deep dive on Firearms, Ammo, and Optics.

Firearms Shipments

Ammunition Shipments

Optics Shipments

Stopping Another Anti-Gun ATF Nominee

It’s been a while since we’ve heard from humiliated Biden nominee David Chipman. That is, of course, a good thing. After the anti-gun lobbyist was withdrawn as Biden’s nominee to head the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) last year, he popped up, occasionally, to blame others for his failure to convince enough U.S. Senators that he was little more than a gun ban proponent who was likely to abuse the office of ATF Director to harass the firearms industry and law-abiding gun owners.

The Outdoor Heritage Report - Q1 2022

The Outdoor Heritage Report, created by the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, provides a high-level look at their work to develop access and opportunity, further conservation efforts, defend our way of life, and ensure the future of our outdoor heritage. Click below to read the full report. 

NASGW Looking Ahead as Organization Evolves

Founded in 1953, NASGW will celebrate its 70th Anniversary in 2023. What better opportunity to look back on the role NASGW has historically played in the shooting sports industry and lay out a plan for where NASGW is going as we eclipse that 70 year mark. To guide us, there needs to be a path forward. NASGW Vision 70 is that path. Learn what NASGW has in store as the organization plans some big changes in the coming year. 

ARTICLES OF INTEREST

• Treating Lawmakers Like they Treat the Gun Industry
• Collapsing Freight Demand and What It Means
• ATF Compliance Inspection Update: Q1 2022
• More Crime, Same Gun Control Proposal
• Senate Committee Set to Vote on Outdoor Recreation Act
• 'Woke' Corporate Discrimination
• Ukraine Calling for More Civilian-Owned Guns
• The Ongoing Supply Chain Disruption in 2022

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 10, 2022

CSF Congressional Clays Competition

Glenn Dale, MD

May 26, 2022

CSF South Carolina Sporting Clays Classic

Edgefield, SC

May 27-29, 2022

NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

Houston, TX

June 14-16, 2022

POMA Business Conference

Kalispell, MT

October 26-28, 2022

NASGW Expo

Kansas City, MO

January 17-20, 2023

SHOT Show

Las Vegas, NV

March 27-28, 2023

Shooting Sports Showcase

Talladega, AL