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ClimateUnited Week - “Why Climate? Why Now?”

April 19, 202111:00am MT

SIA’s ClimateUnited Week, in partnership with The Underswell Addressing climate change is an imperative for every business in the winter outdoor industry. But let’s back up a second and talk about all the reasons why. ...

A Small- and Medium-Sized Business Approach to Climate Action

March 31, 202111:00am MT

Every business in our industry can be part of the climate solution. But for some small- and medium-sized companies, tackling climate change can sometimes be a more of a challenge. At SIA, we know that there isn’t a one-size-fits...

Climate Solutions 101: Putting A Price On Carbon

February 23, 202110:00am MT

Solving climate change depends on us reducing carbon emissions, and you’ve most likely heard about how putting a price on carbon is one way to let the market drive those emissions reductions at-scale. But what does “putting a ...

You’ve Got A Patent (or trademark)! Now What?

February 16, 202110:00am MT

Discussion covering utility patents, design patents, and trademarks, including details on patent marking, monitoring competitors, watching out for knockoffs, having a plan for patenting new inventions and launching new brands, dev...

Industry + Intelligence Keynote: An Interview with Gus Kenworthy

January 19, 202112:30pm MT

Gus Kenworthy is one of a kind, not just for his skiing, but for his personality, determination, advocacy, and heart. Born in Chelmsford, Essex, UK, Gus’ family moved to Telluride, Colorado when he was 2 and began skiing shortly...

ClimateUnited: A New Definition Of Corporate Climate Leadership

January 22, 202111:00am MT

How do we really define corporate leadership on climate? If we’re going to address the climate crisis with the speed and scale necessary, it’s imperative that every business expand their vision, looking beyond simply reduc...

Brands On A Mission - Collaboration For A Cause, Presented In Collaboration With The Share Winter Foundation

January 21, 20212:00pm MT

Your consumers want to know where you stand, but how do you authentically demonstrate your commitment to community and social justice? Join our panelists for a discussion on how to collaborate and communicate your brand’s co...

The Outdoor Business Climate Partnership Presents: Climate Advocacy In 2021

January 6, 202112:00pm MT

The new administration has the most progressive climate agenda of any administration in U.S. history. There’s lots of exciting change in store, but also lots of hard work from all of us to make the most out of this opportunity t...

Hot Topics in International Trade: China Tariffs and New Opportunities on The Horizon

December 15, 202012:00pm MT

SIA is proud to present Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A. trade expert David Cohen for an update on critical trade issues to educate our members on important activity being discussed in the international trade arena and action...

Introducing ClimateUnited: Simplifying Your Climate Journey

December 8, 202011:00am MT

Tackling climate change can be complex and intimidating – it’s tough to know where to start and how to truly be effective. But if we’re going to win on climate, we all need to jump in. SIA’s new climate platform, C...