The Fly Fishing Show Appoints New President and CEO

Ben Furimsky has been announced as new president and CEO of the The Fly Fishing Show. Ben will take over the work from his father, Chuck Furimsky, who will continue his role as director.

Read more in the press release below.

The Fly Fishing Show Appoints New President and CEO

From: The Fly Fishing Show

The Fly Fishing Show, producer of the worlds largest consumer fly fishing shows, has announced the appointment of Ben Furimsky as the new President and CEO.

The Fly Fishing Show started in 1992 and Ben became involved in 1993. He has worked for the show as a speaker, fly tier, exhibitor, and staff member on site. Ben took over the role as Co-Director in 2009, working alongside his father Chuck. Over the past 6 years, Ben has expanded his job duties with the show. He will now continue working full time overseeing the day-to-day operations. Chuck will continue his role as Director and his wife, Janet, will continue managing ticket sales. Both will be available at all show locations.

According to Chuck Furimsky, “Ben has been taking over the more challenging and time consuming jobs involved with the show, so completing his transition to President should be smooth and efficient. I’ll be looking forward to more fishing time.”

“I’ve been working with most of our exhibitors for quite a long time, so many will not even notice a transition. We are like a big extended family. My wife, Brooke, and I are very excited about the future of the Fly Fishing Show. I look forward to continued growth and moving our show ahead as a leader in the industry. We are already selling out our 2016 shows at a record pace which is a great indicator for our industry of the year to come,” says Ben Furimsky.

Dates, locations and hours for the 2016 Fly Fishing Shows have been established as follows:

Denver – Jan. 8, 9 and 10

Fri.:   10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sat.: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sun.:   9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Marlborough, Mass. – Jan. 22, 23 and 24

Fri.:   10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sat.: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sun.:   9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Somerset, NJ – Jan. 29, 30 and 31

Fri.:   10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sat.: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sun.:   9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Winston-Salem, NC – Feb. 5 and 6

Fri.:   9 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sat.: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Lynnwood, Wash. (Seattle area): Feb. 13 and 14

Sat.: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sun.:   9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Pleasanton, Calif. – Feb. 26, 27 and 28

Fri.:   10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sat.: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sun.:   9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Lancaster, Penn. – March 5 and 6

Sat.: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sun.:   9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Limited booth spaces remain. Customer and exhibitor information can be found at www.flyfishingshow.com

About the Fly Fishing Show

The Fly Fishing show hosts the world’s largest consumer fly fishing event, in seven locations across the country. The show is for all levels and all ages, from the “Learning Center” for beginners to advanced demonstrations for the most experienced. You can see and compare the latest in rods, reels, lines, leaders, accessories and apparel… all in one place! The Fly Fishing Show features casting and fly tying demonstrations as well as scheduled seminars by the most respected fly fishing professionals in the industry. Fly-fishing can take you all over the world, and you’ll see a vast selection of locations featured by our exhibitors. The Fly Fishing Show is an all-in-one package for you and your fellow anglers.