Outdoor Retailer and Outdoor Design + Innovation, a business to business event for the outdoor industry, opened at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City.
From June 17-19, 2024, brands, buyers, product developers, media, industry leaders and more will convene to discover new products and materials and make connections to support the business of outdoor recreation. Next generation products for camping, hiking, climbing, watersports, traveling and everyday outdoor adventures will be on display, along with best-in-class suppliers of raw materials, the latest technologies in manufacturing and sustainability and ingredient brands. Attendees can also learn and network at over 50 educational sessions and events.
“Outdoor Retailer is built for discovery, and this summer’s show is an incredible opportunity to find a wide range of new products and meet new brands,” said Sean Smith, Outdoor Retailer show director. “This is where brands are born, where we foster relationships across the industry, and where we learn about what’s next in outdoor and how to better support our community. We’re looking forward to our time together in Salt Lake.”
“We’re excited to launch Outdoor Design + Innovation and support a seamless navigation for the entire supply chain,” said Trish Concannon, Outdoor Design + Innovation (ODI) show director. “Our new co-located sourcing show aligns with Outdoor Retailer’s commitment to enhancing the event experience for both exhibitors and attendees. At ODI, you’ll be able to meet with top suppliers of raw materials, find manufacturing partners and supply chain solutions, learn from trend forecasters and circularity experts, and more.”
Over the show’s three days, the schedule is full of education sessions, industry events, happy hours and opportunities to make new connections. Programming will take place on multiple stages all on the show floor – The Camp, The Ranger Station, and the Overland Experience will be at Outdoor Retailer; and the Trend + Design Center at Outdoor Design + Innovation. With over 50 educational sessions and events, industry experts and panel conversations will discuss a variety of important topics, including retail, participation, ally-ship, sustainability, supply chain, marketing, and more; and sessions from the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) will take place across the education spaces.
Among the events on the schedule:
- The ODI Buyer Tour, which will inform participants on sourcing, supply chain, and private label opportunities, is June 18 at 11 a.m. at the Trend + Design Center.
- An evening celebration at the Shopify Industry Party at OR and ODI on the first night, June 17, in the Hyatt Regency from 6-9 p.m.
- Meeting the winners of the 6th annual Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards during a reception at 4:30 p.m. in The Ranger Station.
- Happy hours sponsored by Jitsu on June 17 in The Camp and two with TikTok Shop, June 17 in The Ranger Station and June 18 in The Camp.
- A morning hike with MyTrailPals, and more.
View the full education and events schedule here.
