North Haven, CT - Effective September 9, 2013, O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. is pleased to announce the hire of David W. Miles to the position of Director of Marketing. Miles brings 20 years of industry experience and an extensive knowledge of electronic and broadcast media to the Mossberg marketing team. In his new role, Miles will be responsible for developing and implementing the company's brand strategies and eMarketing initiatives including marketing campaigns, consumer promotions and management of industry partnerships.

Miles most recently served as Director, Electronic Media, with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) where he spearheaded the construction of their in-house video production studio and managed production of all video assets. During his 11-year tenure at the NSSF, Miles also served as Director, Marketing and Broadcast Media, and in roles overseeing licensing and merchandising. Prior industry experience included stints with the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) and Baron Technology, Inc. Miles is an active competitive shooter and hunter who is equally at home competing in a 3-Gun tactical match or in the field hunting turkey, deer or ducks.

"We look forward to Dave joining our team as he brings a solid industry foundation combined with his business marketing experience," commented Tom Taylor, Mossberg's Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "Dave's professional skills coupled with his passion for the shooting sports will provide him with a unique perspective on understanding the marketplace and the Mossberg customer base."

Miles will be based at the company's headquarters in North Haven, Connecticut, and can be reached at DMiles@mossberg.com.


About O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc.
Founded in 1919, O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. is the oldest family-owned and operated firearms manufacturer in America, and is the largest pump-action shotgun manufacturer in the world. Leading the way with over 100 design and utility patents to its credit, and standing as the first ISO 9001 Certified long-gun manufacturer, Mossberg is considered to be one of the most innovative firearms manufacturers in U.S. History. For more information on commercial, special purpose, law enforcement and military shotguns, rifles and accessories, please visit their website a www.mossberg.com.

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