Chief Operating Officer

Mark Johnson, the Director of Civilian Marksmanship and Chief Operating Officer, has announced his retirement, effective May 22, 2023.  Mr. Johnson intends to open a small gun shop which will allow him to spend more time with his wife and children.  In his 25 years at CMP, Mark was responsible for the opening of the Talladega Marksmanship Park, creating new ways to sell M1 Garands, acquiring M1911 Pistols from the Army for qualified individuals to purchase, and helping grow CMP to what it is today.  Mark wishes the Board of Directors and CMP staff farewell, all the best and a successful future for the corporation.  

Greg Raines has been appointed the acting Chief Operation Officer.  

Contact Information

Acting Chief Operating Officer
Civilian Marksmanship Program
1401 Commerce Blvd
Anniston, AL 36207

Phone (256) 835-8455
Fax (256) 831-2353
coo@thecmp.org