Ace Luciano Email & Phone Number

If we are not ALREADY connected, we need to be! With over 25,000+ connections in the Hunting, fishing, firearms, archery, and outdoor world, chances are I know who you want to reach! BGA is an Outdoor industry sales, marketing and consulting company. From starting your business to effective marketing to your current customers, BGA and its staff can both put you on the path and lead you to success with:-Trade show consulting and representation-Consumer show consulting and representation-Retail event representation. -Merchandising and product brand development.-Marketing campaign design, fulfillment, evaluation, and reporting. -Direct mail service and fulfillment.-Affiliate marketing and partnership recruitment and evaluation. -Social Media Marketing and Campaigns to drive business ("Likes" are nice, but our business is making money!) -Product Management, Evaluation and Design.-Public Relations and Media Services. -Effective Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.-Sales Training-Retail Training ...and more!Brands Choosing BGA: Taylor Made Media, Meopta, Zeiss, Rivers West, Leupold, Traditions, Weatherby, Redfield, Remington, Mossy Oak, Magnum Research, Blackhawk!,Gun Vault, Thomson Center, Bushnell, Muzzy, Swhacker, Swarovski, C'Mere Deer, Koss Audio, Outdoor Roadmap, Guns.com, Cheaper Than Dirt, Defender Outdoors, Midsouth Shooters Supply...and MORE!!!I have performed at very high sales levels in Optics sales and representation. Potential positions this experience qualifies for:Marketing Manager, Marketing Director, President, Vice President, Sales Manager, Clothing Sales, Firearm Sales, Field Sales, Sales. Representative, Sales Director, Account Executive, Area Manager, Regional Manager, Division Manager, Apparel Sales, Optics Sales, Camouflage Sales, Licensing, Retail Sales, Retail Marketing, Retail Management, Brand Ambassador, Sunglasses Sales, Big. Box Sales, Social Media Manager, Brand Manager, Product Manager, Merchandising.

What exactly does an "influencer" do?We SELL, PROMOTE, and generate revenue while not actively "selling".Using one of the largest networks in the outdoor industry as well as several media and PR outlets, I help companies that sell many types of product into the outdoor, hunting, fishing, firearm, boating, paddle sports, camping, hiking, and many other industries introduce, reinforce, and review their products to their ideal markets of potential buyers.As an Influencer and Brand Ambassador I use:Social media marketing: promoting brands and influencing buyers through LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and other, lesser known social media avenues.Press Releases and large affiliate groups to introduce products, send discount codes, and promote special events.Print, email, e-zine, and blog networks to publish trials, evaluations, and reviews of Products that are new and/or seeking to renew or increase their enthusiasm from their perspective customers.Outdoor retailer and outdoor consumer events that draw thousands of enthusiasts to a location to promote, demonstrate, and sell partner company productsPositions This Experience relates to: Public Relations, PR, Advertising, Account Executive, Optics Sales, Firearm Sales, Apparel Sales, Rifle Sales, Event Marketing, Trade Show Marketing, Trade Show Management, Event Management, Press Releases, Content provider.

***6/2011- Recognized by Remington Firearms as the number one Mossy Oak Pro Staff member out of over 1000 nationwide for the "Remington Rebates" incentive program. ***6/2012- Recognized again as the number one Mossy Oak Pro staff member in the nation out of over 1100 nationwide in the "Remington Rebates" Incentive program.***7/2013 - Winner- Remington "Prostaff In Action " Contest out of over 1100 members nationwide.Act as an Ambassador for Mossy Oak Camouflage products at local, regional, and national events. Attend Sporting Events/Trade Shows to represent Mossy Oak CamoExperience: Trade Shows, Consumer Shows, Sales, Marketing, Retail Merchandising, Retail Training, Retail Marketing, Media Production, On Camera Personality, TV Host, Radio Host, Subject Expert.

*Regular content contributor to Cheaper Than Dirt's "The Shooters Log" and "Chronicle" Newsletter, as well as the web properties for Defender Outdoors and Midsouth Shooters Supply. *Co-Authored Amazon bestselling book "Ultimate Entrepreneur Success Secrets- From the Backwoods to the Boardroom" * One of two sales executives chosen out of a pool of more than 200. * Invitation to collaborate on another project, as well as publish additionallyThis book is a compilation of success stories from entrepreneurs who took their businesses to the next level by sharing their success secrets.We wrote this book to help you accelerate your business growth by learning what is working today through the hard work and determination of industry leaders. If you get even just one good idea from this book and take action to put it to use, then we’ll have accomplished our goal of helping to transform the life of one more of our fellow and future business owners.* Literally, "WROTE THE BOOK" on Kids and GUNS: "Guns The Right Way- Teaching kids about Shooting and Firearm Safety" - The first ever book in the GD lineup solely devoted to introducing kids to guns properly. Published by Gun Digest Books and sold on Amazon and through retailers and sporting goods stores nationwide.Freelance Writer and Media Representative-Member, Professional Outdoor Media Association-Member-Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers-National Shooting Sports Foundation Media Certification. Staff Writer- Cheaper Than Dirt "Shooters Blog." (2012-present)Independent Writer- Guns.com. (2010-2014)Positions that this experience qualifies for:Writer, Editor, copywriter, speaker, reporter, Communications Director, Content Manager, Social Media, Sales Letter Generation, e-marketing, Public Relations, Content Generation, Trade Show Consulting, Marketing, Sales, Lead Generation, Social Media

Washington, Dc, Us

2AO is a 501c3 non-profit 2nd Amendment rights organization for businesses in the United States. The mission of 2AO is threefold:1. To benefit businesses by bringing consumers together with businesses that share their values of freedom and the right to keep and bear arms.2. To be an unbiased source of information on legislation that affects business owners3. To be the leading advocate for the Pro 2nd Amendment business community.I have multiple roles and responsibilities as an officer and director:* To develop and assist in the production of the marketing plan, method and materials for the organization and its members. * The development of Strategic Partnerships and sponsors from and with like-minded businesses and organizations* To make informed and well-thought decisions as past of the board of directors regarding the current needs and future of the organization.* To represent the organization as needed to the media and other organizations.Potential positions this experience qualifies for:Director, Assistant Director, President, Vice President, Public Relations, Sales, Marketing, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Content Creator, Non-Profit, Not for Profit, 501c3, Trade Show Planning, Trade Show Marketing, Trade show staffing, Event Marketing, Promotions

Washington, Dc, Us

2AO Nation was a monthly publication packed full of great Features and Articles about how businesses and individuals are supporting the second amendment.I wrote a monthly business and a monthly hunting column, as well as other articles by assignment.2AO Radio was an "open platform" radio talk show broadcast on "The Patriot" radio in Northern Michigan and worldwide via the patriot online network. Potential positions this experience qualifies for:Editor, Field Editor, Staff Writer, Reporter, Media Director, Content Manager, Copywriter, Content Production,Online Personality, Radio Host, TV Host, Newscaster, On Air Personality,

•. Hunting and outdoors Outfitter and Booking agency and 2+ decade Federal Firearms Licensee• Attend industry and trade events, market/sell services to hunting and fishing clients. Plan, setup, and execute custom client firearm, optic, apparel, and accessory orders for hunting trip-of-a-lifetime for a nationwide client base. We plan and send people on the vacations, hunts, and fishing trips of their dreams.

-Outdoor and firearm industry related press release creation and execution. -New product launch assistance. -market launch and planning - new and "re-launch."- Event planning, marketing and execution- Television and Radio interviews and promotions up to, during, and after the event. -Year- long preparation, planning and execution. - Development and execution of the largest free youth outdoor shooting event in the Midwest- Youthfest- for the United Sportsman's Youth Foundation. - Over 1000 daily participants in two annual events- one in Milwaukee and one in Madison- Sole provider of sponsors, equipment, volunteers, meals, and staff. Positions that this position is related to: Communications Manager, Marketing manager, Public Relations, Account Manager, Advertising Consultant, Event Planning, Trade Show Marketing, Trade Show Planning.

Charter MemberThe USYF is dedicated to (2) major missions:1.) Take kids hunting and fishing with the main focus on introducing new members to the outdoor community.2.) Acquire lands and properties near areas of larger population by purchase or perpetual lease to be used primarily for outdoor activity and education. In 2010 the USYF introduced over 1000 kids hunting and shooting for free. In 2011 and 2012 that number more than doubled. 2013 was one of the BEST years EVER, with 2014 and 2015 only slightly behind. I was proud to be a part of that success. The USYF also runs what may be the largest events of their kind in the Midwest, if not the country and they have opportunity year-round. THE USYF IS ALWAYS ACTIVELY SEEKING PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS AND YOUTH MENTORSBoth paid and volunteer positions are available. Potential positions this experience qualifies for:Director, Assistant Director, Regional Director, President, Vice President, Marketing, Sales, Advertising, Coordinator, Manager, Assistant manager, Event Manager, Promotions Manager, Event Marketing, Outdoor Industry, Hunting, Fishing, Youth, Leadership, Coach, Coaching, Fundraising, Nonprofit, not for profit, 501c3

Racine, Wi, Us

Act as an ambassador to the paddle sports while representing Old Town Canoe and Kayak. Attend outdoor themed events as a representative of the outdoor sporting market. Demonstrate features, benefits and advantages of the Old Town lines at trial events across the geography. Be a positive representation of the company and the industry at retailer and large outdoor events as well as on social media and outdoor media.

-Use, Evaluate, and Promote Rivers West Apparel-Represent Rivers West at promotional events, trade shows, in articles, on radio and television. -Suggest additions to product line and/or changes to existing garment line2012:-Chosen to represent Rivers West in the Northern Plains and Midwest states of MN, ND, SD, IA, MO, NE and retailers Gander Mountain, Sportsmans Guide, Scheels, Cabelas, Bass Pro Shops and more from 2012-2014. In 2014, a nationwide sales group was brought on to move business on a national level.

-Promote the complete line of bullets from product line-Test and report on new products-Develop and advise in creation of new products

• Represent company marketed products at trade shows and sporting retailer promotional events.• Products represented over assignments: Leupold Optics, Traditions Black Powder Firearms, Blackhawk!, Weatherby firearms, Gun Vault, Strikemaster Augers, Otter Outdoors, Magnum Research Firearms. • Portray a positive image of both the contracted products and the company.

- Responsible for the introduction, training, and development of 18 independent representatives for a business coaching and consulting company.- Determine goals and performance metrics for company.- Evaluate and report on results- observe sales calls and suggest improvements for increased performance.

Springfield, Mo, Us

• Represent Read Head hunting products and White River Flyshop fishing products at promotional events, individual interviews, and on radio and television• Conduct hunting and fishing seminars as determined by store needs• Assist with hunter’s safety and Becoming an Outdoor Woman (B.O.W.) instruction programsPotential positions this experience qualifies for:Retail, big box retail, retail management, department manager, apparel manager, category manager, brand ambassador.

**Recognized for dedication and service to SCI in 2009, awarded $250 gift card to Bass Pro, Immediately donated to the chapter to raffle off to benefit the youth program. Over $700 was raised in 30 minutes***-Elected the youngest director of any SCI chapter up to that point. -Published monthly column in Midwest Outdoors Magazine-Earned multiple recognition and awards for performance, education, and dedication to youth and hunting.-Number one in youth event service hours. More than triple any other board member.-Number two to a 5 time re-elected chapter president in Sensory Safari trailer staffing and service hours, and more than 5x the next closest director. -Founding member and Vice President (2001-2003) of SCI Northwoods while earning both Rookie Chapter of the Year and Chapter of the Year Honors. -Helped to build chapter from a low- interest group in one of the most sparsely populated areas of the country into one of the top chapters in the organization. -Director- SCI Badgerland (2009-2010) Recruited and Unanimously appointed by board to vacant directorship position based on history of results and reputation in the industry.Potential jobs this position relates to: Organizational management, Non- Profit fundraising, non-profit director, Organization Leadership, President, Vice President

New York, New York, Us

• I started with American Home Products in the Ayerst division, which merged into Wyeth. Pfizer purchased Wyeth in 2007. •Winner, Presidents Club 2002-2003. (#2 in Division) • Chairman’s Club Winner (Top 10%) 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005. District Rep of the Year 2003, 2004. Highest market share of any representative in the division for Premarin/Prempro- 97%. • Promoted to Area Field Trainer (2003)- Mentor for all new Representatives in region. • One of 5 territories nationwide with no designated hospital specialty representative. Hospital sales experience calling on Purchasing, Pharmacy, and P & T committees. Presented, negotiated and signed contracts for product use in territory hospitals.

Bachelor Of Science, Physiology/Exercise Science/Marketing

High School, College/University Preparatory And Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program

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