What’s behind the program created to support outdoor recreation and protect public lands?  Leadership from the State of Utah, the Division of Outdoor Recreation, Salt Lake County, Salt Lake City, and brands and retailers from Outdoor Retailer are coming together to build relationships and seek opportunities centered on land management... ...read more...

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Catch-up with Coloro as we dissect sustainable solutions for a conscious future through color, and gain first-hand insight into the innovations that are driving the industry forward. This session will focus on alternative, as well as innovative, color and material solutions and how a shift of mindset can help implement these... ...read more...

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Join Promostyl, the premiere international style and trend office with over 50 years of experience, for a look at the seasons influences, materials and colors....

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New to Outdoor Retailer or have questions? Join Sarah Morton and David Deaton from Outdoor Retailer's Attendee Relations Team to learn how you can make the most of your show! Meet up with them in Venture Out....

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With the outdoor boom showing no sign of stopping, this presentation explores the key issues that will shape the future of the outdoor market, from conservation and climate change to the growing Web3 opportunity and the outdoor wellness market. ...

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Jump back through time by flipping through the pages of outdoor industry catalogs across the decades from Utah State University’s Outdoor Recreation Archive (@outdoorrecarchive). Explore the evolution of the industry and uncover the early days of the modern outdoor industry....

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In 2022, the outdoor industry celebrated passage of the most ambitious provisions to combat climate change as a part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The passage of this historic achievement could not have happened without the advocacy of countless outdoor companies and outdoorists across the country. Following consequential elections... ...read more...

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Our relationship to nature is changing. There is a rising empathetic coexistence and collaboration with the living and natural elements. Join Material ConneXion, a leader in the material innovation space, for a thought-provoking presentation as they explore macro trend of Eunomia tied to cutting-edge materials to inspire the ever-changing outdoor... ...read more...

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Join leading brands, retailers and sustainable packaging experts for a moderated discussion about accelerating our industry’s transition away from problematic products to more sustainable solutions....

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Fair Trade Certified™​ is an award-winning, rigorous, and globally recognized sustainable sourcing model that improves livelihoods, protects the environment, and builds resilient, transparent supply chains. Join Jill Lewis, Senior Director of the Factory program, to learn what it takes to certify a factory as Fair Trade and the impact it... ...read more...

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Outdoor Retailer's gear guru Cameron Martindell and Gear Junkie’s editor-in-chief Adam Ruggiero are back to show you the latest and greatest gear in the outdoor industry. See innovations up close as our favorite gear duo walks you through the features that make these products so dang rad! Cameron and Adam will... ...read more...

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Since the summer of 2020, companies within the outdoor industry have been actively engaged in inclusion initiatives more than ever before. As our communities become increasingly more diverse, understanding the benefits of prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion could be the key to continued growth and sustainability....

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Calling all designers and developers — join your creative community for coffee at the Trend + Design Center. Mix, mingle and sip coffee at the Designer Meetup!...

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Gerry Seavo James, Together Outdoors Coalition Lead, discusses inclusive space design, programming, and outreach strategies that grow a sense of belonging and welcoming for underrepresented communities who have traditionally been excluded or marginalized from mainstream Snowsports culture. These strategies included facilities improvement, community engagement, inclusive history and storytelling, and utilization... ...read more...

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Speak with two authors and activists about how to advocate for inclusion in the outdoors while preserving humanity. Campfire Conversation With:  Katie Boué, Activist and Author Annie Davis, Journalist Rue Mapp, CEO, Outdoor Afro and Author Longest Table Activity: Community care is self-care. How to advocate for inclusion in the outdoors while preserving humanity....

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Small- and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of the outdoor industry and the $689 billion outdoor recreation economy. Yet they often bear the brunt of challenges that make it difficult to bring new, innovative outdoor apparel, footwear, and equipment to customers around the world, from rising shipping costs and high... ...read more...

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Ready to discover new gear and up-and-coming brands? Join Sarah Morton and David Deaton from Outdoor Retailer's Attendee Relations team for a look at some of the new brands ready to be introduced to your customers. Meet in the common space at the fire pit in the middle of New@OR... ...read more...

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How are frontier technologies enabling companies to design meaningful user experiences by telling stories with new beginnings and endings that go the distance to truly embrace circularity? A range of cross-industry case studies and innovations will highlight how leading and emerging brands and manufacturers are positively disrupting their industries by... ...read more...

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After more than two decades as the leading source of tracking and monitoring website users and providing extremely sophisticated targeting and retargeting, third party cookies are going away. The death of the cookie, as well as Apple’s policy that asks consumers to opt in to allow apps to track their... ...read more...

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Know your numbers, manage your risks, and avoid surprises by having better visibility into all aspects of your business. In a competitive industry, success is determined by constant innovation and accurate insight into customer behavior and market trends. Learn how some of the best outdoor brands integrate suppliers, customers, and... ...read more...

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As consumers continue to grapple with ongoing economic, political and environmental issues, a sense of uncertainty about the future remains a dominant force. Promoting a long-lasting approach to design has become a priority for many brands as consumers will seek both reassurance and escapism through colors. Colors will increasingly align with... ...read more...

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The why and how to get your brand directly in front of consumers....

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Social good and community outreach aren't just marketing strategies - they're fundamental to your business growth and longevity. Industry leaders from Alterra, Solitude, Share Winter and Rosignol will discuss their innovative projects that fully incorporate community outreach and social good into their business strategy....

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Jump back through time by flipping through the pages of outdoor industry catalogs across the decades from Utah State University’s Outdoor Recreation Archive (@outdoorrecarchive). Explore the evolution of the industry and uncover the early days of the modern outdoor industry....

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2022 marked the 22nd year of operations by the Outdoor Foundation. Since our launch of the Thrive Outside Community Initiative in 2019, we have connected 49,855 youth and their families to the joy, wonder, and myriad benefits of the outdoors. In this session, Outdoor Foundation Research Director Kelly Davis will discuss how Thrive ​grantmaking – utilizing a collective... ...read more...

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IDFL will review the general challenges in traceability and chain of custody and what we see for the upcoming year 2023. Discuss audit and certification FAQs, and how brands can prepare for CCS V3.1. Lastly, filled textile testing, "What's in it for me"....

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This episode is cutting through all the noise of what the so-called “experts” say you must do to grow and “scale” your e-commerce. Summer and Scott have some cold hard truths to share after living in the trenches of e-commerce and Amazon for many years. So much of all the... ...read more...

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During the height of the pandemic, when mental health concerns were highest, we discovered that those who identified as living an outdoor adventurer lifestyle were managing better than all the rest. While technologists found themselves anxious and depressed, those who were getting outside, doing what they loved were more comfortable,... ...read more...

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Net zero and climate action efforts are vastly ignoring an opportunity to not only reduce their impact on the environment but also promote long lasting societal impacts through supply chain mitigation. Also, gain insight into how your organization can begin to understand and mitigate risks to your supply chain to... ...read more...

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Digital marketing has never been more in flux than it has been the last 3 years. Tactics that worked even last year are no longer showing the same ROI. Join John O’Hearn, Director of Digital Marketing at Obviouslee, to walk through fundamental digital marketing principals that will always allow brands... ...read more...

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Love or hate it, Amazon is still the dominant force in ecommerce. Yet so many questions remain about the right strategy and approach for sports and outdoor brands on the marketplace: Will Amazon dilute my brand value, or will it help me reach new customers? How do I keep all... ...read more...

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With 2023 set to be another challenging year full of complexities, one thing is certain: spreadsheets won’t cut it. Join us for this SIA speaker session: Key Technologies to Power Up Your Product Development in 2023 where we will discuss the essential scalable solutions to stay competitive and the tough... ...read more...

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Join us on Wednesday, January 11 at 3:30 pm to gain an understanding of how new demands and preferences mean an increased need for end-to-end personalized shopping journeys, knowledge of how to leverage your commerce data to create those bespoke experiences your customers expect, and how to use technology to... ...read more...

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Join us for a roundtable conversation with specialty retailers. Panelists from shops around the country gather to share insights on inventory, staffing, DEI, grassroots community marketing, and more....

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Working together to build climate resilience for our community and industry. Campfire Conversation With:  Caroline Gleich, Activist, Pro Skier Deeda Seed, Senior Utah Campaigner, Center for Biological Diversity Alex Veilleux, Save Our Great Salt Lake, Policy Associate, HEAL Utah Longest Table Activity: Working towards advocacy...

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Ready to discover new gear and up-and-coming brands? Join Sarah Morton and David Deaton from Outdoor Retailer's Attendee Relations team for a look at some of the new brands ready to be introduced to your customers. Meet in the common space at the fire pit in the middle of New@OR... ...read more...

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In the competitive outdoor retail industry, you need to be as versatile as your on-the-move customers. This is even more important today as supply-side issues and increasing costs have increased pressure on revenue. The key to success is capturing your customer demand in a seamless way….including every ski slope, hiking... ...read more...

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Jump back through time by flipping through the pages of outdoor industry catalogs across the decades from Utah State University’s Outdoor Recreation Archive (@outdoorrecarchive). Explore the evolution of the industry and uncover the early days of the modern outdoor industry....

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A presentation on outdoor economics and participation including a deep dive into consumer insights, market dynamics, and a wrap up of holiday spending trends in a post-pandemic economy. Attendees will learn what the data is telling us about spending during a period of historic inflation, and how consumers and the... ...read more...

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