SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota – January 18, 2024 – Silencer Central, America’s largest silencer dealer, announces its founder and CEO, Brandon Maddox, has been awarded the National Rifle Association’s prestigious 2024 Pioneer Award. This distinguished honor recognizes outstanding personal achievement and celebrates the profound and enduring impact that Maddox and Silencer Central have had on the shooting and hunting community.
The Pioneer Award is a testament to the recipient’s dedication, passion, and relentless pursuit of excellence in the firearms industry. It spotlights the exemplary accomplishments and cumulative body of work of individuals responsible for the development and introduction of equipment that has revolutionized the industry and strongly impacted shooting and hunting.
“A heartfelt congratulations to Silencer Central founder and CEO Brandon Maddox on his Pioneer award recognition,” said NRA Publications’ Executive Director Doug Hamlin. “Brandon epitomizes the entrepreneurial spirit that is alive and well in the United States of America. He has really opened up the silencer new product category to the masses.”
Maddox, who founded Silencer Central (formerly Dakota Silencer) in 2005, has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advocating for a simple process of purchasing and owning firearm suppressors. Under Maddox’s leadership, Silencer Central has introduced groundbreaking products and services that have redefined industry standards. Its innovative business model allows customers to purchase silencers online and have them shipped to their front door once approved.
“I am deeply honored to receive this distinguished award from the NRA,” said Maddox. “It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire Silencer Central team and our work of making buying silencers simple.”
The 2024 Pioneer Award reflects Silencer Central's ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in the shooting equipment sector. It underscores the company's dedication to providing the tools and resources needed to make shooting and hunting experiences safer and more enjoyable for shooting sports enthusiasts nationwide.
The NRA will present the Golden Bullseye Pioneer Award to Brandon Maddox during a special breakfast at the 2024 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Dallas on May 17, 2024.
For more information about this groundbreaking suppressor and to explore Silencer Central's extensive range of products, visit SilencerCentral.com, or call 888-781-8778.
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About Silencer Central:
Silencer Central embarked on its illustrious journey in 2005 as South Dakota Silencer, an events-based business driven by the mission of reaching the underserved hunting and sport shooting market through a simplified silencer ownership process. Evolving into Dakota Silencer and finally rebranding as Silencer Central in August 2020, the company expanded its simplified process to all 42 states where silencers are lawful. Recognized on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies, Silencer Central has made purchasing a silencer a breeze by managing the entire buying process for consumers. With services including a free NFA Gun Trust, interest-free payment options, and direct shipping to their front door upon approval, Silencer Central continues to lead the way.