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Byrna Technologies Inc. (BYRN) develops, manufactures and sells less-lethal personal security solutions, including Byrna-branded launchers, projectiles and other personal defense tools. Company news centers on revenue results, channel performance and the expansion of direct-to-consumer, dealer, chain-store and brick-and-mortar retail distribution.
Updates also cover product innovation, research and development, marketing and customer-acquisition initiatives, investor presentations and leadership changes. The recurring themes connect Byrna's consumer personal-defense model with manufacturing execution, retail-channel strategy and governance transitions as the company scales its less-lethal security portfolio.
Byrna Technologies Inc. has appointed Luan Pham as the new Chief Marketing Officer effective January 18, 2021. With over 25 years of experience, Pham aims to enhance brand awareness and demand for Byrna's self-defense product, the Byrna HD. Byrna's CEO, Bryan Ganz, highlighted Pham's successful marketing background, including his contribution to Laird Superfood's IPO. The company expects strong financial growth in 2021, driven by increasing demand for its products and a robust marketing strategy leveraging social media and consumer events.
Byrna Technologies reported substantial revenue growth for Q3 2020, achieving $4,198,157 compared to $307,101 in Q3 2019, marking a $3,891,056 increase. Gross margins improved to 51% from 19%. Loss from operations decreased to $566,358 from $706,153. For the nine months ended August 31, 2020, revenues reached $5,537,141 versus $423,977 in 2019. Byrna's production facility in Fort Wayne, IN is now operational, expected to boost capacity significantly. The company anticipates full-year revenues of $16 – $18 million and a positive net income in Q4 2020.
Byrna Technologies Inc. has commenced production of its Byrna® HD less-lethal personal security device at a new facility in Fort Wayne, IN. Starting at 200 units daily, production is expected to ramp up to 500 units by mid-November, aiming to clear a backlog of 23,000 units. This facility will accommodate North American needs, while another in South Africa services international orders. As of August 30, 2020, Byrna reports $11.8 million in cash and minimal debt, supporting its growth strategy.
Byrna Technologies has launched a new global business unit, "Byrna LE," aimed at supplying less-lethal weapons to law enforcement and private security agencies. This initiative comes amid increasing calls for alternatives to lethal force. Byrna's comprehensive training program for law enforcement, including a "Train the Trainer" system, is designed to enhance the usage of the Byrna HD device, which offers effective de-escalation options. The company recently secured a major sale of 1,100 Byrna HD launchers to Hong Kong police, indicating potential growth in international markets.
Byrna Technologies Inc. (OTCQB: BYRN) announced key management changes, including the election of Chris Reed to its Board of Directors on September 1, 2020. The company also appointed David North as CFO, Sandra Driscoll as Head of Human Resources, and David Schultz as Chief Supply Chain Officer. These new executives bring extensive experience and are expected to contribute to the company’s growth and product development amid record sales of the Byrna HD personal security device, which emphasizes safety without causing permanent harm.