OLATHE, Kan./ May 29, 2015/Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, was named Cabela's Vendor of the Year award for the hunting category. Cabela's presented the Garmin team with the prestigious award during a meeting at the Garmin headquarters in Olathe, Kan.
"As the first non firearm and non ammunition vendor to receive this award for the hunting category, we're thrilled that our hard work and close relationship with Cabela's has been recognized," said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of worldwide sales. "We're excited for the future, and to continue our close working relationship with Cabela's."
Vendor of the year awards were presented to select partners based on several specific measures directly influencing sales, customer service goals, inventory, margin and other contributing factors. This award is a result of the strong performance of outdoor handhelds like the eTrex® and Oregon® series, as well as the dog tracking and training products, including the Delta series, Astro® and Alpha®.
"Our success would not be possible without the relationships we have with our vendor partners," said Roger Verhulst, Cabela's Senior Vice President of Merchandising. "Of the thousands of vendors we work with, these partners truly stand above the rest for the collaboration they've demonstrated over the past year. We are pleased to recognize this very select group and are grateful for their commitment to both our business and our loyal customers."
Cabela's, founded in 1961 and based in Sidney, Neb., is a specialty retailer that markets hunting, fishing, camping and other outdoor merchandise.
Cabela's Incorporated, the World's Foremost Outfitter® of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, offers thousands of products, including hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating and wildlife-watching gear, as well as clothing and outdoor-themed gifts and furnishings. The company is famous for its strong brand and world-renowned reputation for delivering quality merchandise, value and legendary customer service.
For over 25 years, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor recreation. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom at garmin.com/newsroom, contact the Media Relations department at 913-397-8200, or follow us at facebook.com/garmin, twitter.com/garmin, or youtube.com/garmin.
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Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin, eTrex, Oregon, Astro and Alpha are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.
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