Pure Fishing to be sold this month

One of Europe’s leading tackle companies has announced plans to appoint a commercial manager to help drive growth in the match, coarse, carp and bait sectors of the market. UK-based Preston Innovations, which owns the Preston, Korum, Avid Carp and Sonubaits brands, is looking for a candidate whose responsibilities will include input into the company’s long-term strategic direction. The successful applicant, who will handle day-to-day management of commercial issues across all four brands, will be based in Telford, Shropshire, in the UK and will report to the company’s directors.

Nautilus Reels produces limited edition reel to aid Bristol Bay fight

Nautilus Reels, in collaboration with the S. Kent Rockwell Foundation, has created a limited edition ‘No Pebble Mine’ XM reel. Sales are set to benefit the Sportsman's Alliance of Alaska (SAA) and its efforts to protect Bristol Bay and the world class salmon fishery from a potentially devastating mining project. Only 25 individually numbered reels are available and, thanks to a donation from S. Kent Rockwell Foundation, for every $375 reel sold, $500 will be donated to the SAA to continue its fight to protect Bristol Bay from Pebble Mine. In all, it is hoped to raise $12,500.

ASA promotes three to senior leadership roles

The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) has promoted three members of staff to senior leadership positions within the organisation. Mike Leonard, formerly Conservation Director, has been elevated to Vice President for Government Affairs; Liz Ogilvie, has stepped up from Chief Marketing Officer to become Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer; and Show Director Blake Swango has been appointed Vice President for Trade Show and Membership. ASA President Glenn Hughes, said: “These three individuals are committed to our industry and have the experience and education that fits perfectly with the goals and objectives that will take our association into the future...