Seth Weinstein – Founder & Managing Partner, Ammunition Depot

Veteran Entrepreneur with a Financial Edge

Seth Weinstein is the founder and managing partner of Ammunition Depot, a leading e-commerce brand in the shooting sports industry.

Based in South Florida, Seth brings over 35 years of business experience and a rich background in finance and trading to the leadership of the company.

He earned his Bachelor of Science from Tulane University in 1990. In the 1990's-2000's, Seth worked as a proprietary trader at Speer, Leeds and Kellogg, and later Goldman Sachs, advancing to key executive roles in hedge funds throughout the 2000s.

His career as a portfolio manager and COO laid the foundation for his future entrepreneurial success.

Building Ammunition Depot from the Ground Up

In 2011, Seth co-founded Ammunition Depot with a mission: To make premium ammunition affordable and accessible for Americans. He served as the company’s CEO, transforming it from a startup into a nationally recognized online retailer of ammunition and accessories.

Under his leadership, Ammunition Depot:

Grew to $17.6 million in annual revenue by 2015
Earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list three times (2016, 2021, 2022)
Ranked No. 785 in 2016 with 642% three-year growth

Key Achievements and Leadership Milestones

2011: Co-founded Ammunition Depot and established its mission
2016: Ranked #785 on Inc. 5000 with $18.5M in revenue
2018: Launched employee health benefit enhancements with $4,200 annual increase
2019: Honored by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) for supporting the First Shots firearm safety program
Present: Continues as managing partner, guiding strategic growth and partnerships

Commitment to Values: Freedom, Safety, and Service

Seth is a passionate advocate for the Second Amendment and responsible gun ownership. His leadership helped forge Ammunition Depot’s community partnerships, including NSSF’s First Shots program, which has introduced thousands of new participants to safe firearm use.

His values are reflected in:

Supporting U.S. military and law enforcement organizations
Investing in employee well-being
Promoting firearm safety education

Legacy and Vision

Today, Seth continues to shape Ammunition Depot’s strategic direction, partnerships, and customer experience. His legacy is defined by:

Entrepreneurial leadership grounded in integrity
A passion for liberty and citizen empowerment
A commitment to making Ammunition Depot a company trusted by shooters across America

Recap of Key Facts

Role: Founder & Managing Partner, Ammunition Depot.
Founded: 2011 (company founding year).
Recognition: Inc. 5000 honoree three times, 2016 (#785), 2021 (#2063), 2022 (#1634).
Recent Honor: Named the “Best Place to Buy Ammo Online” by Guns & Ammo (Sept 5, 2025).
Milestones: Expanded employee health benefits in 2018 (minimum ~$4,200 annual benefit per eligible employee).
Safety & Community: Recognized by NSSF in 2019 for supporting the First Shots firearm-safety program.
Veterans Support: President & Founder, Veterans’ Education Tuition Fund (VETF), Boca Raton, FL (nonprofit records and site).
Location: Boca Raton / South Florida (company and BBB records).

Professional Profiles

California Firearm & Ammunition Legislation Coverage

Interview Highlights & Magazine Quotes

NSSF - Recognizes Ammunition Depot’s Support for First Shots

Meet the Rest of the Team

At Ammunition Depot, our story begins with a passion for freedom, safety, and service.

Get to know the people behind the mission - real Americans dedicated to protecting the values that matter most.

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