Chris Lynde has taken over as Store Manager at the Gilbert location of Arizona Safe Outlet, succeeding longtime manager Cindy Bodie following her retirement on July 31, 2026, according to official company announcements from Champion Safe Company and American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (OTCID: AREB). The leadership transition at the company-owned retail operation aims to support continued retail growth, strengthen local sales leadership, and expand customer access to Champion and American Rebel high-security safes across the Phoenix metropolitan market.
Retail Leadership Transition in Gilbert
According to announcements released on September 10, 2026, Chris Lynde brings more than 10 years of retail sales, management, and operations leadership experience to his new role at Arizona Safe Outlet. Most recently, Lynde served as Sales Manager for Ashley Furniture in Queen Creek, Arizona, where he focused on coaching sales teams, driving store performance, and improving profitability. Prior to that position, he spent eight years with Mega Furniture in Gilbert, advancing from Sales Associate to General Manager while gaining hands-on expertise in customer service, inventory management, staffing, and store operations.
Lynde succeeds Cindy Bodie, who managed the Gilbert showroom for years. Tom Mihalek, CEO of Champion Safe Company, praised Bodie’s tenure by stating, according to the official release, that she had been the face of the Gilbert location for countless customers and built a reputation for exceptional service, product knowledge, integrity, and professionalism.
Strategic Importance of the Arizona Showrooms
Arizona Safe Outlet operates two showrooms in the Phoenix metropolitan area—located in Phoenix at 17455 N. According to company statements, the physical showrooms serve as a vital direct-to-consumer channel that gives Champion immediate visibility into customer purchasing behavior, preferences, and retail trends in a major metropolitan market.
Duane Fletcher, Area Manager and Phoenix Store Manager for Arizona Safe Outlet, noted in corporate announcements that Lynde is stepping into an established store backed by an experienced team and a solid customer base. Both Phoenix-area locations provide consumers with an opportunity to evaluate full-size safes, finishes, interior configurations, and security locking mechanisms in person rather than relying strictly on online specifications.
Product Offerings and Security Standards
Arizona Safe Outlet showrooms feature a broad selection of products manufactured by Champion Safe Company and American Rebel Holdings, including safes engineered for firearm storage, valuables, important documents, home security, and commercial applications. According to corporate background information from Champion Safe, the company has manufactured high-quality safes and vault doors for over 25 years, utilizing 100-millimeter or high-strength steel construction, full-length double steel door designs, and industry-standard fire and theft protection backed by a lifetime warranty.
The retail locations also coordinate professional delivery and installation services, addressing the complex logistical factors—such as home placement, floor weight limits, and entryway dimensions—that accompany higher-consideration safe purchases.
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