SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Smith & Wesson announced today that Corey Beaudreau has been promoted to Media Relations Manager, effective immediately. In this new role, Beaudreau will be responsible for developing key media and industry relationships to help promote and amplify the company’s brand messaging and marketing efforts for the Smith & Wesson, Thompson/Center, and Gemtech brands.

“We are thrilled to have Corey transition into his new role as Media Relations Manager,” said Matt Spafford, Sr. Marketing Manager for Smith & Wesson. “Corey’s vast knowledge and passion for the industry will significantly benefit our media relationships and help to develop new, exciting pathways to showcase our brands and products.”

“Over the past eight years, I’ve had the pleasure of working with a fantastic team at Smith & Wesson. As a lifelong firearm enthusiast, I’m excited to be able to expand my career with the company and to further share my passion for our brands while developing new industry relationships in this role,” said Beaudreau.

Beaudreau joined Smith & Wesson in 2012 as Inventory Control Manager and has frequently supported the marketing team through attendance at field events, trade shows, and more during his tenure with the company. Prior to joining Smith & Wesson, Beaudreau worked in the aerospace manufacturing industry and was an officer in the United States Air Force. Beaudreau is an active competitive shooter, participating in IDPA, steel challenge, and 3-gun competitions and resides with his wife and three daughters in Connecticut.

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About Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc.

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI) is a U.S.-based leader in firearm manufacturing and design, delivering a broad portfolio of quality handgun, long gun, and suppressor products to the global consumer and professional markets under the iconic Smith & Wesson®, M&P®, Thompson/Center Arms™, and Gemtech® brands. The company also provides manufacturing services including forging, machining, and precision plastic injection molding services. For more information call (844) 363-5386 or visit smith-wesson.com.