Outdoor Retailer 2026 Opens Registration, Launches “Make It Yours” Campaign
OR's new campaign invites the outdoor industry to shape the future of Outdoor Retailer through participation, collaboration, feedback…
News April 21, 2026
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Why MEC’s Store Investments Are Paying Off
Mountain Equipment Company's Chief Merchandising Officer Chris Speyer and VP of Marketing Michele Guimond share how the Canadian…
News April 16, 2026
Backcountry Launches Brand Incubator, Acquires Utah-Based Coalatree
Coalatree President JM Fabrizi will lead Backcountry Garage, a new innovation platform and brand incubator for emerging outdoor…
News April 14, 2026
How Specialty Retailers Use AI to Boost Margins
Independent retailers are using AI for buying, operations and marketing. Learn practical tips to save time and increase…
News April 14, 2026
Outdoor Research Announces President Roger Barton is Departing
Barton joined Outdoor Research in 2018, initially leading finance and operations, before becoming president in 2020.
News April 13, 2026
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
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
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 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
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
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
