ANKENY, IA (October 10, 2023) – The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW), the association representing shooting sports wholesalers, manufacturers and their trade partners, is pleased to announce that Barnes Bullets & Sierra Bullets will be sponsoring an NASGW Expo Happy Hour on Wednesday, October 25th in Columbus, OH.
“The NASGW Expo provides attendees a great opportunity to connect with industry decision-makers during events like our Happy Hours on the show floor,” said Kenyon Gleason, NASGW President. "The Expo would not be possible without great partners like Barnes Bullets & Sierra Bullets sponsoring our Happy Hours. We appreciate their support and look forward to seeing all of our members in Columbus."
The NASGW Expo will be held on October 24 - October 27 at the GCCC (Greater Columbus Convention Center) in Columbus, OH. The Expo is the premier event for shooting sports wholesalers and manufacturers to review current market conditions, forecast future sales, and plan for the upcoming year.
“Each year the NASGW Expo is a well thought out and cleanly executed event," said Michael Painter, Barnes Bullets and Sierra Bullets Director of Sales, Marketing and Product Management. "It’s a great opportunity to meet with our valued business partners, as well as get an early pulse on the industry for the following year. Barnes and Sierra are proud to attend this event every year and are honored to participate as a sponsor in 2023.”
The NASGW Expo is one of the most productive events within the shooting sports industry. It is a closed event for NASGW Members, creating a very productive business environment for Expo attendees. Exhibitors and attendees value the smaller, meeting-focused event that provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect with their partners in a short period, to plan for the year ahead. If you would like to learn more about NASGW or the NASGW Expo, please visit www.nasgwexpo.org.
About NASGW
The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers is comprised of wholesalers, manufacturers, independent sales reps, media and service providers - both national and international - all of whom are primarily focused on shooting sports equipment and accessories. As a trade association representing the business interests of its members, NASGW’s mission is to bring shooting sports buyers and sellers together. For more information about the NASGW, visit the association’s website at www.nasgw.org.
About Barnes
Headquartered in Mona, Utah, Barnes Bullets has been an industry leader in bullet technology and innovation since 1932. The company manufactures some of the world’s most technologically advanced lead-free bullets and premium hunting, self-defense and tactical ammunition. Barnes has earned its strong reputation through unrivaled performance and results. This reputation is defined by innovative design, advanced manufacturing techniques and a core focus on the end-user. As a result, Barnes has generated a strong consumer following supported by its globally recognized brands Barnes® TSX®, X Bullet®, Varmint Grenade®, Expander®. With its products being sold through its online store, a variety of retailers and international distributors, Barnes’s customers include hunters, range shooters, military and law enforcement professionals around the world. For additional information, visit www.barnesbullets.com.
About Sierra
Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Sedalia, Missouri, Sierra Bullets has been dedicated to manufacturing the highest-quality, most accurate bullets in the world. From local and international shooting competitions to sport and hunting, Sierra offers best-in-class accuracy and precision that hunting and sport shooting enthusiasts have come to depend on. This performance is born from a proprietary manufacturing process that enables the achievement of the tightest tolerances in the industry. Sierra bullets are used for precision target shooting, hunting and defense purposes. In addition to a wide base of retailers, Sierra's customers include distributors, law enforcement and industry OEMs. Sierra's products have cultivated a significant consumer following recognized by its iconic "green box" packaging and include globally recognized brands such as Sierra MatchKing, Sierra GameKing, and Sierra BlitzKing.