Breaking: Outdoor Retailer Unveils Speaker Line Up for June 2025
Outdoor Retailer Announces Speaker Schedule for June 2025 Show, Tackling Biggest Issues in the Outdoor Industry
Building On Energy of Industry Day, These Sessions Equip Brands, Retailers, and Industry Leaders With Insights to Navigate Today’s Evolving Outdoor Market
SALT LAKE CITY (MARCH 19, 2025) –Outdoor Retailer, North America’s leading business to business events for the one trillion dollar outdoor industry, today announced its schedule of speakers for the show taking place this June 18-20, featuring category leaders, tech experts, and retail professionals who will share practical insights on state of the outdoor market.
Building on the momentum of Industry Day, these sessions will help brands and retailers navigate an industry that’s constantly evolving and dealing with forces out of its control. Respected change makers, e.g. Lindsay Shumlas, CEO of Cotopaxi, Jenni Staudacher, vice president of supply chain at Salomon, and Joleen Ong, senior director of sustainability at Cascale, will cover topics including AI’s role in retail, shifts in consumer behavior, and the challenges and opportunities ahead for the outdoor economy at the inaugural Industry Day event on June 17.
“As the outdoor industry continues to morph, our speakers, a selection of the brightest minds in the community, will impart their views on the knowledge and tools needed to thrive,” said Sean Smith, show director at Outdoor Retailer. “From AI advancements to consumer purchasing behavior, our speakers will share valuable insights that attendees can utilize to drive their business forward.”
In addition to Industry Day speakers, Outdoor Retailer will feature a number of best-in-class speakers in The Camp on the show floor June 18 and 19. This year’s show speakers include:
- Circana, Julia Day – Sharing key data and observations into retail and consumer purchasing trends.
- ENDVR, Steve Gendron – Discussing retail solutions and engagement strategies that are “must have” in order to resonate with today’s shoppers.
- Google AI, Joe Bush – Exploring the future of AI and its implications for outdoor retailers.
- Trackfly, Stephen Baird – Imparting expertise in statistic-driven decision-making and analytics.
- Sunny Stroeer, Adventure Athlete – Inspiring audiences with her personal experiences overcoming challenges in business and adventure.
- Alibaba, Nicole Lin – Discovering how Tmall Global can help you tap into China’s booming demand for the high-quality US outdoor sports and fashion goods
- Echo Water, Paul Barattiero – Exploring the emerging science behind hydrogen gas and its potential health benefits for outdoor enthusiasts
- BirdDog, Shaun Brown – Sharing how outdoor brands can leverage retail media to drive visibility and sales with actionable insights
Outdoor Retailer’s speaker sessions take place throughout the event giving attendees the opportunity to engage, learn, and connect with colleagues, while sharing best practices. For more information and to register, visit outdoorretailer.com.
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About Outdoor Retailer
Outdoor Retailer, the leading U.S. business events for the outdoor and winter sports industry, brings together retailers, manufacturers, designers, distributors, industry advocates, journalists, and more to conduct the business of outdoor recreation through commerce, unique product experiences, dedicated media events, content, and web-based business solutions. Outdoor Retailer provides critical platforms for face-to-face commerce, product launches, networking, and focused industry education to enhance business and support the outdoor recreation economy. Visit outdoorretailer.com for more information.
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