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State Outdoor Alliances: Supporting Advocacy and Building Local Economies

Jun 18 2026

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM CST

Trailheads Theater

 When retailers and brands engage in public policy and capacity building at the state level, the impact can be meaningful for their businesses and communities. One of the fastest growing ways to do this is through State Outdoor Business Alliance Network (SOBAN).
 
This network is driving a variety of unique programs designed to help member businesses get started, scale, and build a stronger outdoor recreation economy across every state. 
 
Join representatives from state-based outdoor alliances to learn about their localized efforts to support the outdoor industry through advocacy, leadership, collaboration, business development, partnerships with offices of outdoor recreation, and more.  

Whether you’re already connected to your state alliance or are hearing about SOBAN for the first time, this conversation will equip you with the right knowledge and resources to start taking actions in your local outdoor community. 

More panelist information coming soon! 
 

Moderator

Land of Outsiders

- Co-Founder

Speakers

Eagles Nest Outfitters, Inc

- Chief Marketing Officer