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United by Winter: Moving the Winter Community Forward

October 6, 202012:00pm MT

We have experienced significant change in the winter outdoor industry, including SIA. And whether COVID, climate change or consolidation; or new consumers, new technologies or new ways of doing business, change is inevitable but a...

Selling The Backcountry Responsibly

October 8, 202012:00pm MT

Last March, after the sudden closure of resorts due to COVID, followed by multiple snow storms, participants were looking for other options to get on snow. The backcountry became very crowded, touring gear sold out, there were too...

Navigating Change Series #4: Why Cause Matters: Consumer Loyalty in Purchase Decisions

August 13, 202012:00pm MT

Overview: New research shows outdoor enthusiasts care deeply about protecting the planet and spend with brands that share their beliefs and values.

Navigating Change Series #2: The Values and Cents of Sustainable Recovery

July 30, 202012:00pm MT

Overview: The pandemic derailed some consumer trends and accelerated others for the outdoor industry.

Navigating Change Series #1: Intersection of Environment & Diversity

July 23, 202012:00pm MT

Overview: Diversity – racial, gender and cultural – is now front-and-center in our national conversation.

What's Working Today for Virtual Sell-In + Buying Process

August 27, 202012:00pm MT

A panel focused on providing actionable strategies and approaches for specialty retailers to work with as the selling season and buying processes continue to shift with COVID-19.

Webinar: Digital Marketing 101 - What You Need To Know To Build Out and Optimize Your Digital Strategy for 2021

September 16, 202010:00am MT

Your online channels are now the front door to your business. It’s how consumers discover, engage with, join up with, and buy from your brand. Join Chris Dickerson, the Director of Digital Integration at Verde Brand Communic...

NPD + SIA Winter Sports Season Retail Data Preview

September 14, 202011:00am MT

As the 2020 – 2021 winter sports season begins, Executive Director Julia Day and Director Laura Hills will review the trends and dynamics that shaped snow retail last season. You’ll also hear new insights about retailer se...