Biography

Stephen Timm brings over 30 years of senior executive leadership experience in global industrial and technology driven businesses to the Ruger Board. He is recognized for a disciplined, data driven approach to strategy, financial and operational performance, and enterprise transformation.

Mr. Timm most recently served as President of Collins Aerospace, a $28 billion aerospace and defense leader with approximately 83,000 employees worldwide. In this role, his P&L responsibilities included long term strategy, portfolio management, capital allocation and operational execution across complex global manufacturing operations. His experience driving growth, financial performance, and operational excellence aligns with Ruger's strategy and objectives.

Prior to becoming President, his 30-year career at Collins included executive P&L positions and technology with leadership across several Collins divisions.

He holds bachelor’s degrees in management information systems and business from Wartburg College and an M.B.A. from the University of Iowa.