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Unlocking AI Tools for Independent Retailers

Hansen’s, Real Watersports, Rooster Bus to Share AI Tips on Monday

We assembled a panel of independent retailers who will share their personal journeys, their learning curves, and the…

News April 10, 2026
Young Leaders to Watch 2026

Wanted: Submit Your Nominations for SESO’s Young Leaders to Watch 2026

Calling all changemakers: Now's your chance to nominate your picks for SESO's annual Young Leaders to Watch feature.…

News April 10, 2026
Jim Whittaker REI

Remembering Former REI CEO and Everest Mountaineer Jim Whittaker

Whittaker was the first American to summit Mount Everest in 1963.

News April 9, 2026
Helly Hansen

Helly Hansen Bolsters Leadership by Expanding Joseph Alkire’s Role

Kontoor Brands' Chief Financial Officer and Global Head of Operations Joseph Alkire will now also take on global…

News April 8, 2026
Andrew Coutant Conrad Anker The North Face

Exit Interview: Andrew Coutant, The North Face’s VP of Global Product

Coutant reflects on the highlights of his outdoor career thus far and what he learned leading The North…

News April 2, 2026
Converse Nike

Nike CEO: Converse Is Not for Sale  

Despite industry speculation following a decline in brand sales, Nike confirmed that Converse remains a core part of the company's long-term portfolio. Plus,…

News April 1, 2026
Richard McLeod Merrell It Starts Outside

How Merrell CMO Richard McLeod is Taking Aim at the Lifestyle Market

Michigan-based Merrell had a terrific year. Now, the company plans to build momentum by showing up differently in…

News March 30, 2026
Wilderness Exchange Denver

Denver’s Wilderness Exchange to Close 26-Year-Old Store

The outdoor specialty store, which specializes in new and secondhand gear, will continue online after the store closes…

News March 26, 2026
ChrisDuncan of Squire Patton Boggs worked for U.S. Customs and Border Protection for 16 years and has advice on securing tariff refunds.

Tariff Refunds: Crucial Advice from a Former U.S. Customs Attorney

Chris Duncan, a former attorney for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, details two key steps every company should…

News March 26, 2026
Outdoor Retailer

Outdoor Retailer Teams Up with Popfly for Content Creator Program

Find out how the exclusive Popfly partnership will transform the show experience for exhibitors and attendees, as well…

News March 25, 2026
John Sears Gregory Mountain Products

GM John Sears on How Gregory Mountain Products Grew Revenue by Double Digits in 2025

Sears shares how product innovation, global expansion and strong retail partnerships all contributed to strong results at Gregory…

News March 25, 2026
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series