Pete Brownell: Innovation, Industry Growth & Purpose

May 8, 2026

At the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting, Tom Gresham catches up with Pete Brownell of Brownells for a conversation that goes way beyond products.

They talk about how companies like Brownells, Hornady, and Nosler all trace back to the post-WWII boom—and why so many are still family-run today. From there, it’s all about what’s happening right now: new ideas, smaller innovators stepping in, and more collaboration across the industry than ever before.

Pete also shares a powerful story about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro with wounded veterans and why supporting those who’ve served matters so much.

Bottom line? The industry is evolving, growing, and—by all accounts—heading into a strong new chapter.

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