Accokeek, MD – Sales representatives are the vital link between successful manufacturers and dealers, and Benelli USA holds the envious position of having some of the best representatives in the shooting industry. In recognition of their hard work and the value Benelli's representatives bring to the company and to their dealers, Benelli recognized six individuals and one agency for their exceptional performance over the previous year with the annual Sales Representatives of the Year awards.

The awards are based on several factors, such as meeting sales goals, relationship development and management, personal initiatives, and contributions to the overall success of Benelli USA brands covering Benelli, Franchi, Stoeger, Chapuis and Uberti USA.

Benelli handed Covey Sales & Marketing the Benelli USA Agency of the Year award.

"Honesty, integrity, and the ability service the needs of both customers and the manufacturers are the cornerstones of successful sales representation," said Lee Colquitt, VP of Sales for Benelli USA. "Our representatives are among the leaders in the shooting sports industry, and it is with great pleasure that we have the opportunity to recognize the best-of-the best with these annual awards. Congratulations to all who have helped make the Benelli family of brands standouts in their respective fields."

The top winner of the 2022 awards, recently presented was Pete Woods. Pete captured the Stoeger Firearms Rep of the Year, Benelli Rep of the Year, Benelli USA Rep of the Year, and the Super Black Eagle Award for his outstanding sales performance.

Other winners for the year included:

•Ken Worthington, Uberti Rep of the Year

•Jonathan Raasch, Franchi Rep of the Year

•Greg Rader, Stoeger Airgun Rep of the Year

•Ed Metzger, National Account Rep of the Year

•James Tullos, Communication Award

For more information on Benelli USA premium shotguns and centerfire hunting rifles, visit BenelliUSA.com.

About Benelli

Benelli, headquartered in Accokeek, Maryland, offers the largest selection of semi-automatic shotguns in the world, as well as a variety of rifles. Since the company’s inception, Benelli has led the world in innovative firearm technology, including the ground-breaking Benelli Inertia Driven system, effective Comfort Tech recoil-reduction systems, and the BE.S.T. anti-corrosion coatings. Because of this commitment to innovation, they are recognized as the world’s leading manufacturer of premium firearms for competitive shooters, hunters, and defense professionals.