by Board Retailers Association | Jul 28, 2020 | Corona Virus, Educational Opportunity, Industry, News, Resources, Retail Strategy, Skateboard, SUP, Surf, Trade Shows, Wake Skate, Wake Surf, Wakeboard, Women's Market
Please click on the following link to view this informative Shop Eat Surf announcement and interview with Roy Turner (SVP of Emerald, Surf Expo Show Director and co-founder of BRA): Surf Expo Moves to Virtual Show for September Be sure to visit the Shop Eat Surf website to view valuable Industry News and Resourceful Articles regularly via this link: Shop Eat Surf The following appears on https://www.surfexpo.com/ Since 1976, Surf Expo has united the watersports and beach lifestyle community twice each year to provide an unmatched marketplace and opportunity to share our passion for the industries we serve. Driven by our responsibility to serve your best interests, we regret to announce that we are cancelling this year’s Surf Expo, which was scheduled to take place September 10-12, 2020, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Recent developments have made it impossible to bring our community together safely and successfully. This is due to the ongoing progression of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the latest government data, measures, and guidelines on the phased reopening plans in the U.S.; current restrictions on congregating and large gatherings imposed by states and other government and public health authorities; the inability of Surf Expo’s international community to travel to the show due to travel restrictions and bans; and the various company-imposed travel restrictions on employees affecting attendees and participating companies. The health and safety of our customers, partners, and employees remains of paramount concern to us. Though we are so disappointed we won’t see you all in person this summer, our team remains committed to offering new ways to keep the industry connected. We...
by Board Retailers Association | Jul 2, 2020 | Corona Virus, Educational Opportunity, Industry, News, Resources, SUP, Trade Shows
Please click on the following link to view this important Shop Eat Surf Article about the next OR Trade Show: Outdoor Retailer SVP on Launching First Digital Show Be sure to visit the Shop Eat Surf website to view valuable Industry News and Resourceful Articles regularly via this link: Shop Eat Surf If you are not yet a BRA Retail Member, you can easily opt in to either Regular (no cost) or Distinguished ($99/yr.) Membership via this super simple join...
by Board Retailers Association | Jun 20, 2020 | Educational Opportunity, Industry, Resources, Retail Strategy, Trade Shows
This series of complimentary webinars led by experts is designed to help Retailers combat and navigate through the challenges that COVID-19 has posted, and find success despite the obstacles ahead. We have partnered with Outdoor Retailer, RetailX, ASD Market Week and NY NOW to provide this comprehensive series. Upcoming Webinars: The Future of CBD Retail and Other Cannabinoids Tuesday, June 23 | 11 AM PT | Register > CBD is one of hundreds of cannabinoids found in hemp and each cannabinoid has their own unique qualities. As quickly as CBD exploded, other cannabinoids are expected to be extracted and developed into new products with similar retail potential. From broad spectrum to isolates, join this webinar to learn about: – The latest cannabinoids and their potential– Which cannabinoids are most likely to grow as popular as CBD– And how retailers can expect the hemp-derived product industry to grow and change. Pivoting During a Pandemic: Aligning Ecommerce Marketing Functionality with Profitability Thu, Jun 25, 2020 12:00 PM EDT | Register > Over the past three months, ecommerce marketers have been faced with unprecedented challenges. While historically low CPMs may have led to lower CPAs, AOVs also have fallen, fewer companies are placing large trade orders and foot traffic, for the most part, has not been walking into showrooms. (In non-marketing-geek terms, that means it’s cheaper than ever to advertise online and capture new visitors to your site, but your conversion rates are falling.) How do companies navigate this new landscape with an eye toward profitability? What marketing levers can be turned off and on, and what items need to fall by the wayside during this downturn? Learn how...
by Board Retailers Association | Apr 16, 2020 | Educational Opportunity, Industry, News, Retail Strategy, Trade Shows
This series of complimentary webinars led by experts is designed to help Retailers combat and navigate through the challenges that COVID-19 has posted, and find success despite the obstacles ahead. We have partnered with Outdoor Retailer, ASD Market Week and NY NOW to provide this comprehensive series. *Please note: Seating to the live webinars is limited. On-demand versions will be posted here shortly after the live webinars end. Webinar 1: Redefining Retail: 5 Realities Retailers Can Do Now to Help Protect their Business LaterThursday, April 16, 2020 | 4:00 PM EDT Register Here> The world has experienced unexpected change when it comes to commerce and that includes how retailers engage with customers, how consumers shop with brands, and what connects them in-between their purchasing decisions. While COVID-19 continues to cause challenges for retailers online and offline alike, this webinar will unveil actionable steps commerce-focused companies can make in order to help protect their business longevity. Join Nicole Leinbach Reyhle, Founder at Retail Minded, and learn 5 ways to help your business despite the challenges of COVID-19 PLUS gain resources and actionable insight to help you navigate the future of retail in the world of coronavirus. Featured Speaker: Nicole Leinbach Reyhle, Author of ‘Retail 101: The Guide to Managing & Marketing Your Retail Business’ and Founder at Retail MindedNicole Leinbach Reyhle is recognized as a global retail thought leader from companies that include IBM, American Express, Vend and more – including having been recognized as #3 out of 100 worldwide retail influencers. Reyhle regularly contributes to media outlets that include Forbes, Entrepreneur, NBC and others – as well as speaks at worldwide events with a core concentration...
by Board Retailers Association | Feb 7, 2020 | Associate Members, Industry, Retail Strategy, Trade Shows
Thoughts from Outdoor Retailer/Snow Show February 6, 2020 in Market Watch Column, Trade Shows by Jeff Harbaugh The first thing you think when you walk into the show is what an incredibly great idea it was to consolidate The Snow Show with Outdoor Retailer. The second thing you think is, “What took them so long?” I imagine the answer to that is quite a soap opera. The next thing I thought was whether I’d gone to the dog show by mistake. I like dogs, but the sheer number was rather remarkable this year. For the two days I was there, it was a vibrant and active show. Not so sure about the third day, given the number of attendees who were on the Friday morning flight back to Seattle with me, but that’s what happens at trade show; the last day is typically slower. What the hell did we do when the show was even longer? Oh, that’s right- we were younger and it was a lot more fun. It was amusing when the people who were supposed to show up first thing in the morning didn’t make it till noon because they’d been out “networking” all night. Somehow, it made you credible. Before the world (inconveniently) changed on us, shows focused on retailers writing orders and brands “getting paper,” whatever that is, from them. Now, as a show veteran pointed out to me, buyers want to get on their computers, put orders from all their brands into their systems, and see how things look over all before finalizing orders given their sell through and new brands they may have discovered. Which is how...
by Board Retailers Association | Jan 22, 2020 | Distinguished Retail Members, Industry, News, Retail Strategy, Trade Shows
Please click on the following link to view this excellent Shop Eat Surf Article: A Talk with Ron Jon Leaders at New Disney Springs Store Please note that this particular article is a Shop Eat Surf Executive Edition article so you will need to sign up and pay for access before viewing. We, at BRA, feel that the benefits of the Executive Edition Membership clearly outweigh the cost. Be sure to visit the Shop Eat Surf website to view valuable Industry News and Resourceful Articles regularly via this link: Shop Eat Surf...
