The Parisian trend office INMOUV, specialized in Active sport, is pleased to present its vision of Outdoor Sport for the SS21 season. INMOUV will present its new directions styles, colors, materials, finishes, prints for the summer 2021 to nourish your creativity. The agency will also present you its latest product... ...read more...

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• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

With marketing budgets shrinking and expectations growing every quarter, the premium placed on sustainable revenue has never been greater. Tyler will show the Outdoor Industry’s marketing leaders how to turn their businesses’ customers into loyal brand evangelists (Hint: don’t discount!). Marketers that can convince customers to enter into a long-term... ...read more...

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Join moderator Alex Honnold, sustainability pro Hana Kajimura, conservation finance expert Agustin Silvani, and Climate Neutral co-founders Peter Dering and Jonathan Cedar for a frank discussion on the type of pragmatic, measurable action all brands can and should take....

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• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

From URL to IRL, we'll break down all you need to know about the evolution of social media and the outdoor industry....

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• The Ranger Station (Venture Out)
• Education

Outdoor recreation is emerging as one of the leading tools being used to address emotional and psychological well-being. Whether it is a military family’s feeling of isolation, a veteran’s struggle with PTSD or an individual affected by neurological challenges, the outdoors provides a physical setting and space for community... ...read more...

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Melodie Miller will host a hands-on workshop sharing her knowledge and experience on dressing plus size women in style. Everyone wants to look good in their clothing and choosing a flattering style is where that starts. Part of “my job as a designer is to provide the best fitting garments... ...read more...

• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

There is no way around it: Today’s consumers have never had more options when it comes to shopping, and their expectations from both retailers and brands have never been greater. Brands are increasingly launching direct-to-consumer channels to get closer to the customer, but what does that mean for the retailer?... ...read more...

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Join Brian McVickers, Chief Business Development Officer of Overland Journal, and others in the overland space to understand the growing adventure-minded consumer group. Learn who the audience of overland is and how that audience connects to the outdoor industry....

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Join the National Parks Conservation Association in its 100th year, along with indie-folk band The Infamous Flapjack Affair, and other partners, for a musical journey through national parks along the Colorado River basin. This event pairs live music with a condensed screening of the new award-winning documentary, Confluence, followed by... ...read more...

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Immersive retail-tainment, social shopping, rising middle classes in developing markets and shrinking middle classes in developed markets, the circular economy, and the scramble for more sustainable fibers are disrupting traditional retail environments around the world. Understanding the strategies global brands are utilizing to profit from these trends and how global... ...read more...

• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

Please join OIA and Camber for a discussion of the work being done by many different participants in the outdoor industry who share the end goal of making the industry more diverse, equitable and inclusive.  This session will discuss the challenges and opportunities in the work of DEI and acknowledge... ...read more...

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Sustainability can feel like a long, slow journey with few rewarding views in sight – unless, you’re equipped with a map of the landscape, a focused strategy and the right resources. Despite most brands having limited-to-no dedicated sustainability staff, not taking action won’t be an option for long given the... ...read more...

• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

Join us for an education session on shifting traditional top down management structures in speciality retail shops. Learn how nonhierarchical leadership increases staff engagement and retention, and builds a supportive shop culture that enhances the customer experience. Shifting responsibilities and tasks among more people and defining roles clearly makes for... ...read more...

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

This session will unpack the topics of cultural appropriation, misrepresentation, and how it impacts our industry. After defining these concepts and outlining strategies for change, we walk participants through an activity that will exemplify cultural appropriation and misrepresentation of specific identities....

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This session will dive deep into integrated digital marketing campaigns, focusing on how working with SEO can drive consistent leads online. With local SEO, we’ll dive into the importance of citations and reviews for your business; including how attendees can leverage their website over the local competition in their area.... ...read more...

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The trade dispute between China and the U.S. continues to worsen. President Trump recently increased punitive tariffs on $200 billion worth of products sourced from China from 10 percent to 25 percent, including backpacks, sports bags, leather ski gloves, headwear, kayaks and camp chairs. Trump has also called for an... ...read more...

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Join a group of Overland experts at the Overland Experience to learn about communicating and relating to the overland consumer. This panel will help you realize the potential of efforts you are already making and understand what overlanding is and is not—it’s all about adventure, exploration and travel. We will also... ...read more...

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• Education

• High Altitude Den (Booth 32083-UL)
• Education

Technology in the hands of product designers leads to innovation, more impactful products, and ultimately more efficient, and sustainable product development. Join Andrew Deceuster, product design and development professor at Utah State University as he demonstrates innovative new practices in product prototyping. This interactive workshop is happening twice at Summer... ...read more...

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• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

Producing a single product description is easy. Producing 300, 1,000 or 10,000 product descriptions a season is hard. It can also be slow and expensive. But it doesn’t have to be. Brian Hennessy spent the last decade building a team and perfecting a process that turns out over 50,000 accurate... ...read more...

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• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Join in on a discussion about our newly launched partnership to confront Climate Change. Featuring AAC & POW Staff, and pro climbers....

• High Altitude Den (Booth 32083-UL)
• Education

Cotton Incorporated’s annual active forecast details cutting-edge lifestyle inspiration, inspirational color stories, and the latest cotton fabric innovations for the 2021-2022 season. Jenna Caccavo, Sr. Trend Forecaster and Fashion Marketer with Cotton Incorporated will be presenting....

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• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

Outdoor Brands can be an instrumental partner in developing the U.S. Hemp supply chain. In order to raise awareness, this panel discussion with leading experts can help lay the foundation for creating a “Sustainable Domestic Hemp Fiber Supply Chain”. This session will educate the attendees on the... ...read more...

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4ocean is an ocean cleanup company actively removing trash from the ocean and coastlines while inspiring and educating individuals to work together for cleaner oceans, one pound at a time. We will be discussing marine debris as a global issue, why it's important to everyone, and what you can do... ...read more...

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• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Digital ad spending is on the rise, with eMarketer projecting that in 2019, Facebook’s US ad revenue will grow to more than $28 billion. So how can brands create an effective strategy to leverage the far-reaching power of the world’s largest social network? Using examples from retail brands who are... ...read more...

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Sponsored by Maine Outdoor Brands, this is a small panel discussion moderated by Carolann Ouellette, the director of Maine’s new Office of Outdoor Recreation. Learn how large established brands and small emerging brands can leverage one another’s strengths in innovating new products, attracting new customer and ultimately driving sales. On... ...read more...

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• The Ranger Station (Venture Out)
• Education

Designing with Color and Sustainable Fiber: An expert-led discussion exploring changes in the color selection and design process brought about by advancements in fiber technology. Topics discussed will include how recent advancements in sustainable fiber sourcing can lead to efficiencies in product development, how forecasting color trends has changed and... ...read more...

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• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

The session will highlight key colors, shapes and marketing insights—all relevant to the outdoor markets....

• Education

Join us for a discussion about the history of Native patterns with designers from the Native American community. We'll tackle topics including the "dos" and "don'ts" of cultural appropriation in modern outdoor marketing as well as the origins of these iconic motifs. Our panel of experts will be on hand... ...read more...

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• The Ranger Station (Venture Out)
• Education

Harness the power of storytelling for your business. There's an incredible story behind your products, brand, shop, and organization, along with a growing number of communication tools available to share those messages. Discover ways to craft your story to reach audiences old and new, and learn tips for creating engaging... ...read more...

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

This two-part session will first explore the growing wellness+nature market and how outdoor retailers can tap into the health benefits of the outdoors to build community and grow their customer base. Once your vision of potential partners and customers expands to include the wellness traveler and service providers, you can... ...read more...

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Amazon is making huge changes on how they buy and sell products in 2019 and beyond. This session will explain what is really happening, the why behind the changes and how it could affect your business. We will then walk through the options you should be considering to make the... ...read more...

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Learn the merchandising of overland to engage and inspire both existing and new customers. Get a firsthand look at the crossover story and learn from industry experts. Learn how consumers identify with overlanding and how your customers are already engaging in overlanding. Get ideas on how to relate to and... ...read more...

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It’s not just about doing the right thing; doing business the sustainable way is imperative. From product and process innovation, to ensuring a reliable and resilient supply chain and managing costs, to improving reputation and meeting buyer/market expectations, the opportunities to create business value through sustainable practices are real and... ...read more...

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Struggling to keep up with growth and increased complexity while feeling limited by spreadsheets and outdated systems? Do your teams waste valuable time chasing information rather than focusing on making great products?Learn how modern and mobile PLM illuminates product development obstacles and clears a path for growth! All outdoor companies... ...read more...

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Hemp is rapidly becoming a staple in the outdoor industry. Athletes are turning to hemp and cannabis supplements, manufacturers are sourcing it for new products, and we are all interested how it can address environmental concerns. There are many misconceptions about hemp, and so education is paramount. Our panelists are... ...read more...

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Join Maria Teresa Dayan, Promostyl’s USA Sales Manager, for a deeper look into sport and street styles for Spring/Summer 2021. The session will highlight key colors, shapes and marketing insights—all relevant to the outdoor markets....

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• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

Experience speaks volumes. A panel of seasoned specialty retailers share their best practices, insights, & perspectives of what it takes to be a modern independent shop in today’s complex shopping environment....

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Join overland experts at the Overland Experience to explore several product categories and examples that outdoor retailers can adopt from overland product manufacturers. Learn how you can attract new customers and increase sales from existing audiences....

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• Education

The Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership is bringing experts from Facebook and Instagram to Outdoor Retailer for an interactive presentation on social media best practices. Whether you’re snapping images of the Grand Canyon or streaming a product release on Facebook live, this workshop is for you. Facebook and Instagram's Emilia Gutierrez... ...read more...

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Where were you when you first realized there should be more water in a river, less dust on the snow, or fewer dead trees? Where were you when you began to contemplate people were the cause? We each have these stories about the places we go and where we live.... ...read more...

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Join a panel of graduates from OIA’s Skip Yowell Future Leadership Academy, as they discuss the future of the outdoor business world and how to create a sustainable career path for a lifetime of meaningful work in the outdoor industry....

• Education

Come test out and learn about all of the Assisted Breaking Devises currently available in the marketplace. Gain a fundamental understanding of when it’s best to use each devise....

• High Altitude Den (Booth 32083-UL)
• Education

Counterfeit products are a very real threat to most American brands and designers.  They are especially damaging to small and medium-sized companies who often find themselves unable to effectively respond and protect their name and reputation. With over 20 years of anti-counterfeiting experience William Mansfield can help you to understand why... ...read more...

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• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

In today’s global marketplaces, brands and brand recognition are now more important than ever to protect a company’s innovations and consumer relationships. The internet has created new opportunities for infringers to free ride on the ideas of brand owners.  It is not a question of whether a company will face... ...read more...

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• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Join us for an intimate conversation with Gear Patrol about the future of branded content creation and product journalism....

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• The Ranger Station (Venture Out)
• Education

Enhanced inventory management, sell-through data and unique merchandise can power sales for brands and retailers... and save trees. Join Josh Reddin, CEO of PlumRiver Technologies, and Tom Flierl, VP of Marketing at Artifi Labs, as they share research and best practices for engaging consumers with the right inventory at the... ...read more...

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AAC has just released the first of it’s kind State of Climbing Report – a comprehensive look at climbing in the United States. Join AAC and our partners Access Fund, Climbing Wall Association & AMGA to hear about current trends and future projections....

• High Altitude Den (Booth 32083-UL)
• Education

At DuPont, we’re creating sustainable, innovative, market-driven solutions to some of the world’s greatest challenges. DuPont Biomaterials is poised to deliver through technologies such as DuPont™ Sorona®, a breakthrough bio-based, high performance polymer used in apparel. From yoga wear to denim to everything in-between, Sorona® minimizes the impact on the... ...read more...

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• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

On Wednesday, June 19, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP) and onX will announce an exciting new project to identify the acreage of landlocked state trust lands in each Western state, and we will fully unveil the acreage of inaccessible state lands in Colorado. We will further discuss access barriers... ...read more...

• Education

4ocean is an ocean cleanup company actively removing trash from the ocean and coastlines while inspiring and educating individuals to work together for cleaner oceans, one pound at a time. We will be discussing marine debris as a global issue, why it's important to everyone, and what you can do... ...read more...

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• The Ranger Station (Venture Out)
• Education

For virtually any growing company, the right international strategy can help build a successful global footprint that expands your business into key markets and ushers your revenues and profits further into the black. Whether looking for substantial exporting and importing opportunities or simply selling your services across borders, international business... ...read more...

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A conversation with athletes, adventurers and authors who have made the long journey from source to sea and why we must protect our rivers....

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

Have you ever noticed that lots of climbers don’t belay the same way as you do? Or that climbing instructors teach belaying one way, but then after class those same students belay differently? Where does all that variety come from? Is it safe? The AAC’s Universal Belay Program is designed... ...read more...

• High Altitude Den (Booth 32083-UL)
• Education

Have you ever noticed that lots of climbers don’t belay the same way as you do? Or that climbing instructors teach belaying one way, but then after class those same students belay differently? Where does all that variety come from? Is it safe? The AAC’s Universal Belay Program is designed... ...read more...

• High Altitude Den (Booth 32083-UL)
• Education

Back by popular demand! Join us for a fast paced, inspiring exploration of innovative and bold ideas by thought-leaders around equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. Presenters are DEI experts and organizations who have already impacted the trajectory of the industry; hear what's on their minds and be prepared... ...read more...

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• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

What’s your favorite outdoor summer activity? Running, cycling or sightseeing? No matter -- heat, humidity and UV rays can take a toll on your energy level and skin. The latest generation of fibers can effectively cool you down and protect your skin from damaging rays. Join us to learn about... ...read more...

• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

How can emerging brands leave a lighter footprint when it comes to creating environmentally responsible products for outdoor adventures? We'll hear from certified B-Corps about how recreation impacts climate and the places we love to explore....

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• The Ranger Station (Venture Out)
• Education

Join Stephan Clambaneva, Design Innovation Director, for a workshop that aims to understand and explore how outdoor lovers like us experience nature, what makes these experiences unique and how we can use these to create new sensory interactions with our environment. We will explore how we can create richer interactions... ...read more...

• Trend + Design Center (Booth 315-LL)
• Education

Sit down with leading overland manufacturers in the Overland Experience to learn what trends they're seeing in sales and in their customer base....

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• Education

Not long ago, consumers planned trips and loaded their basket in one store. Now, we buy what we need, when we need it - from different retailers - because we can. Loyalty has taken a backseat to practicality, access & speed. Retail is still local, but influence is online. 87%... ...read more...

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education

According to a recent report from onX and TRCP, almost 10 million acres of public land are inaccessible by regular Americans. The panel will focus on solutions and what actions we can take, especially with respect to the recently reauthorized LWCF....

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• The Ranger Station (Venture Out)
• Education

Mother Nature makes it look so easy! But for retailers, it’s either the best of times or the worst of times. Our experienced retail panel discusses how to manage this gnarly intersection of discounting, merchandising, & receiving....

• The Camp (The Hub)
• Education