DEEP DIVE: Are You Running Your Business or Is Your Business Running You?
You started with a passion for running, but now you’re stuck in the weeds of doing the books, fighting the fires, even sweeping the floors. If it feels like you’re…
DEEP DIVE: Rewiring the Customer’s Journey: Bridging Expert Fit, Customer Psychology and Retail Experience
Today’s consumers interact with your store long before they walk through the door—and long after they leave. This workshop combines Dynamic Footwear Specialist training with strategies to meet the modern…
From Fit to Checkout: Driving Online Sales Without Losing the In-Store Experience
Today’s customers expect your store to work just as well online as it does in person. In this session, we’ll cover practical ways to bridge the gap between digital and…
TRAINING CAMP THEATER: The Practice of Showing Up: Building Community in Our Industry
Presented by Take the Lead Join the co-founders and co-creators of Take the Lead Retreat—Alison Mariella Désir, Martha Garcia, and Jessica Murphy—for a conversation on what it takes to build…
Partnerships That Go Beyond the Mile: Four Lessons from a Run Club Leader to Sustain Your Community
In this dynamic 45-minute session, Joe Robinson of Werun313 and Cara Cross of Gazelle Sports delve into the essential elements that transform a simple run group into a thriving, impactful…
TRAINING CAMP THEATER: From Her Point of View: A Chat with Four Female Leaders in the Running Industry About Women’s-Specific Shoes and Gear—The Current State, Where We’re Headed, and Why
Presented by Outside A discussion about making and marketing women’s running shoes and apparel—what works and what doesn’t work.
Global Insights from Run Specialty Retailers Around the World
Running is what connects all of us, but what can be learned from retailers outside the US? Attendees will get the unique chance to hear perspectives from international retailers and…
Navigating the Post-Election Landscape: Market Insights and Opportunities
Presented by Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Discover how state and federal legislation are shaping the outdoor retail landscape—and what it means for retailers. We’ll also explore OIA’s latest consumer trends…
TRAINING CAMP THEATER: How to Embrace Fashion in a Performance Environment
Presented by Footwear News Classic running shoes are dominating the sneaker landscape, and performance styles have permeated the worlds of fashion and streetwear. Here, brand leaders and retailers will discuss…
Relay of Wisdom: The Power of Mentorship
“Relay of Wisdom: The Power of Mentorship” workshop is designed for a diverse audience seeking to unlock the potential of mentorship. It caters to Organizational Leaders and HR Professionals and…