Firearms industry grows in Wyoming

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Firearms industry grows in Wyoming

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A Magpul Industries worker assembles product Dec. 3 in Cheyenne. The rifle stocks and magazine maker opened its facility in January 2015 and already employs 185 workers with plans to expand in 2016.

 

Wyoming holds dear the values of independence and personal responsibility.

The state boasts low taxes, sensible regulations, plentiful big game and vast open spaces.

In the last two years, that culture of limited government and outdoor living has attracted a number of firearms industry manufacturers to the Cowboy State.

The addition of Magpul Industries, HiViz Shooting Systems and Ammo Kan translates to hundreds of high-paying jobs, millions in private investment and a rapidly growing industry in Wyoming.

Firearms manufacturers have always found a home in Wyoming. Shady Lady Shooting makes gun accessories in Green River that cater to women. Gunwerks, Wyoming Armory and Freedom Arms build firearms in Burlington, Cody and Freedom.

“This is a good place to be. The state doesn’t restrict us,” said Bob Baker, co-owner of Freedom Arms. “The people appreciate this industry. They aren’t fighting against you.”

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Sen. Mike Enzi shakes hands with 2015 GRO-Biz conference attendees.


More than 200 Wyoming entrepreneurs will gather in Gillette Feb. 17 for the 14th annual GRO-Biz Conference and Idea Expo.

The two-day event has two focuses. The GRO-Biz half of the event connects companies interested in securing government contracts with the agency representatives who make purchasing decisions.

“It’s a wonderful forum for small businesses to meet and mingle with contracting specialists from all over the federal government,” said Martin Hauch, a contracting officer with the National Park Service. “Through this conference, businesses can obtain forecasts of potential projects that could lead to future government contracts.”

The other half of the event is the Idea Expo, which features breakout sessions on topics critical to growing a business.

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