GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - Duckett Fishing, an Alabama-based company that introduced the world’s first, mass-produced microguide-technology fishing rods, is moving its corporate headquarters to Guntersville, Alabama, the city and the company announced today.
Duckett Fishing will be the first major tenant in Conners Island Business Park, which is located in the city of Guntersville and adjacent to 69,000-acre Lake Guntersville. One of the world’s premier bass fisheries, Lake Guntersville is scheduled to host the 2014 Bassmaster Classic.
Duckett Fishing will be moving to Guntersville from Demopolis, Alabama, its home since the company began operations in 2009. The move should be completed mid-summer.
Company owner and CEO Boyd Duckett said the move to Guntersville is a natural fit for Duckett Fishing.
“In my opinion, Lake Guntersville is the greatest bass fishing lake in the country, and the city of Guntersville is one of the nicest places on earth. I am pleased that the city is welcoming Duckett Fishing into its business community, and the business park is a natural fit for our operation,” Duckett said.
Conners Island Business Park , which is owned by the Guntersville Industrial Development Board and co-managed with the City of Guntersville, offers a dual distinction. The park is an Alabama AdvantageSite, which assures a smooth location process, while also being recognized as a TVA Primary Data Center location.
"Guntersville is extremely pleased to welcome Duckett Fishing to our community,” said Guntersville Mayor Leigh Dollar. “With fishing and tourism being key pillars of our economy, we couldn't have picked a better fit for the first major tenant in Conners Island Business Park ."
In addition to his role as company owner and executive, Duckett is a professional angler who competes on the B.A.S.S. Elite Series and Outdoor Channel’s Major League Fishing. Duckett also captured the 2007 Bassmaster Classic title.
Duckett Fishing began operations in late 2009 with its production of MicroMagic rods, the first rods produced for the public that utilize smaller-than-average guides known as microguides. The company now features three predominant lines: MicroMagic, White Ice and MacroMagic.
Duckett Fishing also features one of the top professional staffs in the fishing industry. Elite Series competitors Terry Scroggins, Kelly Jordon, Tim Horton, Byron Velvick, Jason Quinn, Jason Williamson and Pete Ponds are among the professional anglers that compete with Duckett Fishing rods.