If there’s one thing the outdoor industry loves, it’s making new connections and kicking back with a drink or a snack – after putting in the work, of course. There’s no better way to level up, grow your network, and learn from each other.
Don’t miss out on all the ways to do just that at Outdoor Retail & ODI this June at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City.
Here are a few ideas.
Industry Day & Education Sessions
Ease into the show with OR’s first-ever Industry Day, a jam-packed day of speaker sessions featuring experts from Cotopaxi, Salomon, Christy Sports, Locally, Orvis, Cascale, and so many more, and make sure to introduce yourself to your fellow attendees in between sessions. June 17 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Salt Palace Convention Center.
When the show officially kicks off on June 18, don’t miss out on the education sessions running throughout both days, featuring speakers such as athlete and entrepreneur Sunny Stroeer, Circana’s Julia Day, and Google’s Joe Bush. June 18 and 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. at The Camp at the Salt Palace Convention Center.
Shopify Power Lunch
The Shopify team will host two lunch-and-learns on Wednesday and Thursday in between education sessions. Grab a free lunch and tuck in for an insightful workshop and chance to meet more industry leaders and fellow attendees. June 18 and 19 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:20 p.m. at The Camp at the Salt Palace Convention Center.
Happy Hours
Debrief, discuss what you learned today, or share intel on the coolest new brands and products you saw on the show floor at happy hours capping off each day of the show. Hosted by Ballard Spahr and Birddog. June 18 and 19 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at The Camp at the Salt Palace Convention Center.
Party with OR & ODI, presented by Shopify
After the show on Wednesday, June 18, join industry leaders, exhibitors, and speakers at Sky SLC – which is just a short distance from the Salt Palace Convention Center – to network in a relaxed and celebratory atmosphere. Get to know the Shopify team and learn more about retail, B2B, and ecommerce trends, or just kick back and relax with a drink and snacks. 149 Pierpoint Ave. from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The Match App
Make sure to download the Match app and create a profile before the show. It’s an efficient way to discover new industry connections and reach out to book time with them throughout Outdoor Retailer. The new AI-powered matching algorithm will even recommend brands, attendees, and products you could be interested in based on the information you share.
Register for OR & ODI here.
