(Grand Island, Nebr.) — Hornady® is pleased to announce the appointment of Seth Swerczek to Marketing Communications Manager.

Swerczek (pron:Swer-zik) began with Hornady in 2013 as a Technical Services Representative and most recently as a ballistician in the Hornady Engineering Department.

In his new position, Swerczek will play a key role in the various methods of external communications on behalf of Hornady.

“We are thrilled to have Seth join the Hornady marketing team” said Neil Davies, Hornady Marketing Director. “Seth is a ballistic expert with a deep personal passion for hunting and shooting. He is a selfless team player that will undoubtedly leave a positive impact on the industry in his new role” Davies added.

Swerczek received a Bachelor of Science in Business from Midland University and served for eight years in the United States Marine Corps, including deployment to Afghanistan in 2011 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. In addition to hunting, Swerczek is an active precision rifle competitor. He and his wife, Bryanne, have two children.

Founded in 1949, Hornady® Manufacturing Company is a family-owned business headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska. Proudly manufacturing products that are made in the USA, Hornady® Manufacturing is a world leader in bullet, ammunition, reloading tool, accessory and security product design and manufacturing.

For further information regarding Hornady® products, visit the company web site at http://hornady.com.