Outdoor Retailer has announced its full list of speakers for its June show and for Industry Day, which include Cotopaxi CEO Lindsay Shumlas, Google Global Head of Business Development Joe Bush, and Salomon’s Vice President of Supply Chain Jenni Staudacher.
“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.”
Industry Day speakers will take the stage on June 17, one day before the show opens, to talk about AI and how it’s affecting the retail environment, how consumer appetites and behaviors are shifting, and what challenges and opportunities lie ahead. Those speakers include:
- Lindsay Shumlas, the new CEO of Cotopaxi
- Jenni Staudacher, vice president of supply chain at Salomon
- Joleen Ong, senior director of brand and retailer membership at Cascale
When the show opens on June 18, don’t miss more best-in-class speakers at The Camp, this year featuring:
- Circana‘s Julia Day, who will share key data and observations of retail and consumer purchasing trends.
- ENDVR‘s Steve Gendron, who will discuss “must-have” retail solutions and engagement strategies.
- Google AI‘s Joe Bush, who will explain the future of AI and its implications for outdoor retailers.
- Trackfly‘s Stephen Baird, who will share his expertise in statistic-driven decision-making and analytics.
- Adventure athlete Sunny Stroeer, who will share her personal experiences with overcoming challenges in both business and adventure.
- Alibaba‘s Nicole Lin, who will talk about how to tap into China’s booming demand for high-quality U.S. outdoor sports and fashion goods.
- Echo Water‘s Paul Barattiero, who will explore the emerging science behind hydrogen gas and its potential health benefits for outdoor enthusiasts.
- BirdDog‘s Shaun Brown, who will share how outdoor brands can leverage retail media to drive visibility and sales with actionable insights.
Outdoor Retailer and Industry Day run from June 17 to 20 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Find out more and register here.
