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ELLETT BROTHERS RECEIVES CITIZENSHIP AWARD
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July 29, 2010
Ellett Brothers
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Senior VP National Sales & Marketing
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ELLETT BROTHERS RECEIVES CITIZENSHIP AWARD
Chapin, S.C. – Ellett Brothers was honored to receive the 2010 Citizenship Award from the 19th Annual Shooting Industry Academy of Excellence Awards ceremony on July 23rd in Grand Island, Nebraska. Citizenship Award

The 4-time National Distributor of the Year honoree nabbed the Citizenship Award for cultivating strong community bonds and support for those in need, including local charities such as the Adopt-A-Family Program and the We Care Food Pantry. Ellett Brothers has donated Christmas gifts to the children of The Boys Farm Inc. and Thornwell Home for Children in neighboring communities. In addition, the company rose over $150,000 in five years to assist the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.

"On behalf of all our employees, I want to thank the Academy for the recognition of our efforts to give back a portion of our earnings to help others in the community, our efforts to find a cure for cancer, and our support of organizations that introduce our sport to others and fight to protect the future of our industry," said Hewitt Grant, President/CEO of Ellett Brothers. "I also want to thank all of the employees at Ellett Brothers for their kindheartedness and willingness to help others and support for the future of our industry," Hewitt added.

Ellett Brothers LLC continues to break new ground as a nationwide marketer and distributor of outdoor sporting goods. With over 60,000 SKU's, 800 manufacturers/suppliers, 20,000 independent retailers of shooting and marine sports products, a dedicated sales force, and an innovative management team, Ellett Brothers, LLC, is looking to grow even stronger for many years to come.



THE SHOOTING INDUSTRY ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE HONORS HEWITT GRANT
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July 29, 2010
Ellett Brothers
CONTACT
Chuck Walker
Senior VP National Sales & Marketing
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
THE SHOOTING INDUSTRY ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE HONORS HEWITT GRANT
Chapin, S.C. – Ellett Brothers President/CEO Hewitt Grant earned the honor of receiving the Shooting Industry Award at the 19th Annual Shooting Industry Academy of Excellence Awards ceremony on July 23rd in Grand Island, Nebraska.

Hewitt Grant For more than 40 years, Hewitt Grant has been dedicated to the Shooting Sports Industry as an advocate for gun rights. Hewitt has supported the education of legislators on the importance of concealed carry laws through the Congressional Sportsman's Caucus. His continued involvement with the NRA, The Youth Shooting Sports Alliance, and service as vice-chairman of the National Association of Sporting Good Wholesalers is highly praised.

Hewitt's contributions towards establishing Ellett Brothers as the leading distributor of shooting, hunting, archery, and marine accessories has raised the bar and his dedication to the Shooting Industry has positively raised eyebrows. "Hewitt has spent over 40 years of his life trying to make our industry better," said Chuck Walker, Ellett Brothers Senior VP of National Sales and Marketing. "I am proud to be part of his team and congratulate him on this well-deserved award," Chuck adds.

"To be honored and recognized by the Shooting Industry and to join the ranks of the 18 others who have been recognized since 1992 is a little overwhelming. I feel very blessed to have been fortunate enough to contribute to the past and future of a great sport and outstanding industry. This award would not have been possible without the help, teachings and support from a lot of great people and great employees that I have been associated with during my life and career," explains 2010 Shooting Industry Award Honoree, Hewitt Grant.

"I want to thank the Academy and the Shooting Industry for this recognition and a very special thanks to my Mother and Father for teaching me the values of hard work, integrity, and the willingness to help others and give and fight to protect our freedoms and country," Hewitt adds.

Ellett Brothers LLC continues to break new ground as a nationwide marketer and distributor of outdoor sporting goods. With over 60,000 SKU's, 800 manufacturers/suppliers, 20,000 independent retailers of shooting and marine sports products, a dedicated sales force, and an innovative management team, Ellett Brothers is looking to grow even stronger for many years to come.



LEUPOLD RECOGNIZES ELLETT BROTHERS
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April 2010
Ellett Brothers CONTACT
Chuck Walker, Senior VP & National Sales Mgr.
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ChuckWalker@Ellett.com
LEUPOLD RECOGNIZES ELLETT BROTHERS
Chapin, S.C. – Ellett Brothers received the 2009 Excellence Award in recognition of outstanding sales performance from Leupold. Leupold Award

Established in 1933, Ellett Brothers continues to lead as a nationwide marketer and distributor of outdoor sporting goods. With over 60,000 SKU's, 800 manufacturers, 20,000 independent retailers of shooting and marine sports products, a dedicated sales force, and an innovative management team, the company is looking to grow even stronger for many years to come..






ELLETT BROTHERS APPOINTS DIRECTOR OF MERCHANDISING
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March 2010
Ellett Brothers CONTACT
Chuck Walker, Senior VP & National Sales Mgr.
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ChuckWalker@Ellett.com
ELLETT BROTHERS APPOINTS DIRECTOR OF MERCHANDISING
Chapin, S.C. – Ellett Brothers announces Dick Rosenlieb as Director of Merchandising for the Shooting Division.

Rosenlieb joins the Ellett Brothers Family after 20 years of service with the National Wild Turkey Federation as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Over the past two years, Rosenlieb has been notably involved with hunter advocacy and wildlife conservation through Safari Club International with its 190 chapters contributing time, talent, and financial support to local, national, and international conservation projects.

"Dick's experience and vast knowledge of the shooting and hunting sport, along with his leadership abilities will make a great contribution to our company," stated Hewitt Grant, Ellett Brothers President and CEO.

"I'm very excited to become a part of the Ellett Brothers team and contributing to their ongoing success," said Dick Rosenlieb.
Dick Rosenlieb

REMINGTON HONORS ELLETT BROTHERS
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January 2010
Ellett Brothers CONTACT
Chuck Walker, Senior VP & National Sales Mgr.
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ChuckWalker@Ellett.com
REMINGTON HONORS ELLETT BROTHERS
Chapin, S.C. – Ellett Brothers was humbled to receive two 2009 Distributor of the Year Awards from Remington® for both Firearms and Accessories at the 2010 SHOT Show® in Las Vegas this January.

These awards recognize the abilities of the Ellett Family in contributing to the success of the Shooting Industry
Remington Awards

ELLETT BROTHERS UNLOCKS GUNVAULT AWARD
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January 2010
Ellett Brothers CONTACT
Chuck Walker, Senior VP & National Sales Mgr.
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ChuckWalker@Ellett.com
ELLETT BROTHERS UNLOCKS GUNVAULT AWARD
Chapin, S.C. – Ellett Brothers graciously received the 2009 Distributor of the Year from GunVault at the 2010 SHOT Show® in Las Vegas this January.
GunVault Award

ELLETT BROTHERS HOLSTERS FOBUS AWARD
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January 2010
Ellett Brothers CONTACT
Chuck Walker, Senior VP & National Sales Mgr.
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ChuckWalker@Ellett.com
ELLETT BROTHERS HOLSTERS FOBUS AWARD
Chapin, S.C. – FOBUS declared Ellett Brothers as their 2009 Distributor of the Year by presenting them with an honorable plaque at the 2010 SHOT Show® in Las Vegas this January.
Fobus Award

DNZ PRODUCTS HONORS ELLETT BROTHERS WITH THREE IN A ROW
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January 2010
Ellett Brothers CONTACT
Chuck Walker, Senior VP & National Sales Mgr.
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ChuckWalker@Ellett.com
DNZ PRODUCTS HONORS ELLETT BROTHERS WITH THREE IN A ROW
Chapin, S.C. – Ellett Brothers humbly received their third consecutive Distributor of the Year Award from their friends at DNZ Products for their exceptional 2009 promotional achievements at the 2010 Ellett Brothers Showcase in Columbia, South Carolina this January.
DNZ Award

BURRIS OPTICS FOCUSES ON ELLETT BROTHERS
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January 2010
Ellett Brothers CONTACT
Chuck Walker, Senior VP & National Sales Mgr.
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ChuckWalker@Ellett.com
BURRIS OPTICS FOCUSES ON ELLETT BROTHERS
Chapin, S.C. – Burris Optics revealed their recipient for the 2009 Distributor of the Year by presenting Ellett Brothers with a crystal plaque at the 2010 SHOT Show® in Las Vegas this January.
Burris Award

BULLDOG CLOSES ITS CASE FOR DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR
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January 2010
Ellett Brothers CONTACT
Chuck Walker, Senior VP & National Sales Mgr.
Ellett Brothers, LLC.
Chapin, SC
803-345-3751 ext.3540
ChuckWalker@Ellett.com
BULLDOG CLOSES ITS CASE FOR DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR
Chapin, S.C. – For their outstanding efforts to promote products, Ellett Brothers was presented the 2009 Bulldog Cases Distributor of the Year Award at the 2010 SHOT Show® in Las Vegas this January.
Bulldog Award

Ellett Brothers Sixth Annual Shooting Showcase

Ellett Brothers Shooting Showcase the "Mini SHOT Show"

DATE: October 15, 2009
Chapin, S.C. - Ellett Brothers, a leading nationwide marketer and sporting goods distributor, announces their upcoming Sixth Annual Shooting Showcase to be held January 6th-9th at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. Read full Press Release.


Ellett Brothers Hardwork Earns Unprecedented Achievement

Ellett Brothers, LLC Receives Fourth Consecutive Distributor of the Year Honor

DATE: July 31, 2009
Trophy Hewitt Grant
Hewitt Grant, President/CEO of Ellett Brothers, expressed how pleased and excited he was "to accept this prestigious award for a 4th year in a row." "It's a great tribute to all employees who give their best on a daily basis by taking care of our great customers and representing over 300 suppliers with pride, dignity, and integrity. We truly thank the Academy, the Shooting Industry, ...read full Press Release.


ATK Recognizes Outstanding Salesmanship

Chapin, S.C. - ATK, in growing partnership with Jones & Company and Ellett Brothers LLC, have recognized outstanding salesmanship for 2008.

DATE: March 2009

Jones & Company, the firm representing ATK products, did an excellent job of working with Ellett Brothers to achieve great results for 2008. With the support of Jones & Company, the reliability of ATK, and the determination of the Ellett Brothers team, a strong partnership has formed. Read full Press Release...


Ellett Brothers Receives Yearly Honors

"Distributor of the Year" from SHOT Business Magazine, Bulldog Cases, and DNZ Products, "#1 Distributor" from Fobus, and "Valuable Contributions & Sales" from Keystone Sporting Arms.

DATE: February 2009

These awards are important to Ellett Brothers because it shows their hard work pays off and the entire company is working together toward a common goal to preserve and promote the shooting sport and its heritage from the youth to the active shooting enthusiast. Read full Press Release...


Ellett Brothers LLC Garners Third Consecutive Shot Business Award

Ellett Brothers LLC received a third consecutive "Distributor of the Year" accolade by trusted SHOT Business Magazine

DATE: February 2009

Chapin, S.C. - Ellett Brothers LLC, a leading nationwide marketer and shooting sports distributor, has received a third consecutive "Distributor of the Year" accolade by trusted SHOT Business Magazine at the 2009 National Shooting Sports Foundation's (NSSF) Shooting, Hunting, & Outdoor Shot Show.

SHOT Business Magazine recognizes a Distributor of the Year for contributions positively affecting the future of Shooting Sports on a National and neighboring front. Ellett Brothers has exceeded the requirements to hold this distinguished award and seeing the positive results from all who have contributed to the Shooting Industry gives them great pleasure to have played such an important role. Ellett Brothers would like to thank the NSSF along with SHOT Business Magazine Publisher, Eric Zinczenko and Editor Slaton White for spotlighting the Shooting Industry's dedicated contributors...Read full Press Release...


Inside the Industry - NSSF Bullet Points® 0nline News Service

Ellett Brothers Supports NRA-ILA and YSSA

DATE: January 26, 2009 Vol. 10 No. 4

Ellett Brothers Support NRA_ILA and YSSA Ellett Brothers LLC has selected the NRA Institute for Legislative Action NRA-ILA and the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance as the beneficiaries of the proceeds raised from the silent auction held in conjunction with the 2009 Ellett Brothers Showcase Sale. NRA-ILA and the YSSA each received $15,000 in support of their respective programs. The silent auction is held each year at the Ellett Brothers dealers show to benefit various shooting sports interests and programs. The money raised during the 2009 show brought contributions to a six-year total of $210,000. In the photo at left, Hewitt Grant, president and CEO of Ellett Brothers (left), presents $15,000 check at the SHOT Show to Steve Miller, executive director of Youth Shooting Sports Alliance.


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