Presented by State Outdoor Business Alliance Network (SOBAN) When retailers and brands engage in public policy and capacity building at the state level, the impact can be meaningful for their…
Coffee, tea, and an assortment of snacks will be available near the left wing on Level 2 of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
What if a doctor could prescribe time spent outdoors? Darren “DJ” Josey will share the story behind the Great Malden Outdoors Rx Pilot — a first-of-its-kind partnership between a municipality,…
Apparel remains one of the most challenging and highest opportunity categories for outdoor retailers to execute effectively. This session focuses on practical, proven merchandising strategies to elevate apparel performance through…
The outdoor industry is witnessing a major shift as the resale market evolves from a niche movement into a core component of the specialty retail business. Join our panel of…
45 MINUTE FILM SCREENING FOLLOWED BY A PANEL DISCUSSION OPEN TO ALL ATTENDEES! Join us for a 45-minute screening of the award-winning short film Best Day Ever, followed by a…
OPEN TO ALL ATTENDEES! Join us for a grab-and-go style breakfast in the New Orleans Theater foyer on Level 2 and start your day by connecting with fellow industry peers!…
Presented by Griffin Post and The Conservation Alliance, Powered by The North Face OPEN TO ALL ATTENDEES! What does it take to commit to a descent no one has skied…
Building a motivated, high-performing team starts with understanding the human element — what drives a person, what engages them, and what keeps them committed to their work. This session explores…
Join us at the Trailheads Theater (Booth #1027) for Switchback Spring’s first-ever Partner Social: a celebration dedicated to our partner organizations driving meaningful change across the outdoor industry. You’ll meet…
Presented by The Conservation Alliance Our public lands and waters are facing unprecedented threats, from the loss of protections on beloved landscapes to staff cuts at key federal agencies. At…
Color is one of the most powerful drivers in the consumer’s path to purchase—yet it is often underleveraged as a strategic tool across product development and retail. This presentation explores…
