Episode 59 | Brittany Brooks of Engage Virtual Range

March 26, 2025

Welcome to another episode of Mastering the Numbers! 


Join host Joe Mallo as he sits down with Brittany Brooks, founder of Engage Virtual Range, Ohio's first simulated shooting experience. Brittany offers an engaging look into the innovative world of virtual shooting, sharing how Engage Virtual Range creates a safe, enjoyable, and educational space for individuals of all skill levels to explore. 


💡 Key Topics Discussed: 


  • An introduction to Engage Virtual Range and how it operates 
  • Their approach to training everyone—from first-timers on a date night to seasoned law enforcement professionals 
  • The advantages of a simulated environment, including the ability to practice endlessly without the need for live ammunition 
  • How they challenge common perceptions about firearms in an inviting and approachable way 
  • Their mission to promote firearm safety through engaging, fun, and non-intimidating experiences 
  • The business challenges Brittany and her husband have faced and the invaluable lessons they've learned while running the franchise 


📍 Find out more about Engage Virtual Range at www.engagevirtualrange.com 


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#SimulatedShooting #BusinessInterview #FirearmSafety #Entrepreneurship 

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