Ruger names Andrew Wieland as new CFO in planned leadership transition

March 27, 2026 8:05 AM EDT

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) appointed Andrew Wieland as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, the firearms manufacturer announced. The appointment follows a planned transition from current CFO Tom Dineen.



Wieland will oversee financial operations including forecasting, corporate budgeting, financial reporting and evaluation of investment opportunities. He joins from Eaton Corporation, where he served as Vice President of Finance and Controller of Eaton Electrical Sector Americas: Assemblies and Residential Solutions Group.



At Eaton, a publicly traded power management company, Wieland led forecasting and planning processes across multi-site divisions and championed finance transformation initiatives. His experience includes supporting growth through manufacturing capacity expansion and strengthening financial operations.



"Andrew's experience driving financial discipline, strengthening manufacturing output and leading strategic financial planning makes him an exceptional fit for Ruger's future," said Todd Seyfert, President and CEO.



The transition marks the end of Tom Dineen's tenure with Ruger, which began in 1997. Dineen has served as Chief Financial Officer since 2003 and as Vice President, CFO and Treasurer since 2006. He will step down March 31, 2026, and remain with the company until April 30, 2026.



"Tom's contributions have been instrumental in strengthening the Company's financial foundation, establishing our disciplined approach to capital allocation and supporting Ruger's growth," Seyfert said.



Ruger manufactures firearms for the commercial sporting market under the Ruger, Marlin and Glenfield brands, offering nearly 800 variations across more than 40 product lines. The company is based in Mayodan, North Carolina.


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