Dig deep into the issues facing outdoor brands and retailers, from domestic vs. international manufacturing to brick-and-mortar vs. online commerce. Conversations with CEOs, VPs, supply chain reps, retail clerks, marketing gurus and an occasional celebrity outdoorist offer valuable insights and entertainment about the business of playing outdoors.
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Have You ever wished people were more transparent about what it took for them to overcome adversity in life, build successful businesses and Ministries? Have you ever wondered how people accomplishing their goals when their lives are hectic? Have you wanted to know someone's story of redemption and come back and What it took for them to achieve success again? Then you want to tune in each week as week looks through glass into the lives of some fantastic people That are leading in ministry, b ...
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Audio Outdoorist: Support for Federal Investments in national, state, and local parks
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Ranking 5th in the nation, Maine’s outdoor industry generates 3.3% of the state’s economy. With numbers like that, Senator Angus King has a sharp eye on policies like those in the Great American Outdoors Act and the Build Back Better Act, which is currently going under debate in Congress. In today’s episode, OIA government affairs director Rich Har…
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Audio Outdoorist: 2021 International Shipping Crisis
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This is the second in our series about international trade and trade policy. In this episode, our director of government affairs Rich Harper and three members of our Trade Advisory Council, discuss the recent precipitous rise in shipping costs, which, on top of punitive tariffs, trade wars and the global pandemic, have made it difficult for our mem…
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Congressman Joe Neguse (CO-2nd) speaks with OIA’s Director of Policy, Rich Harper, to discuss his recently introduced Civilian Climate Corps proposal, which has been included in President Biden’s American Jobs Plan. Neguse also talks about his Parks, Jobs and Equity Act, which would invest millions of dollars into urban parks, creating thousands of…
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Audio Outdoorist: A Conversation with the OIA Trade Advisory Council
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Hear from OIA's Director of Policy, Rich Harper, and members of the OIA Trade Advisory Council (OIATAC) as they discuss the council's important policy role. In this conversation, Rich is joined by Sara Bowersox, Sr. Manager, Global Trade Compliance, KEEN Footwear; Ben Christensen, Vice President, Operations, Simms Fishing Products; and Jeff Tooze, …
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Climate Klatch Episode 2 — REI Impact Standards
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In the second episode of our new series that’s all about climate action, Amy Horton, OIA senior director of sustainable business innovation, and Greg Gausewitz, product sustainability manager for REI, chat about the recent release of REI’s updated Impact Standards and how the retailer hopes the new sustainability and DEI standards will drive meanin…
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In the first episode of our new series that's all about climate action, Amy Horton, OIA senior director of sustainable business innovation, and Deborah Williams, OIA director of marketing, communications and storytelling, discuss the most impactful strategies for reducing and reversing global warming by the year 2050 and how the OIA Climate Policy …
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VIRTUAL DISCUSSION: THE 2020 ELECTION AND BEYOND
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The 2020 election will be one of the most consequential contests for the outdoor recreation economy. Following enactment of the Great American Outdoors Act, our top priorities are all on the ballot – from tackling climate change and preserving our public lands and waters to expanding access to the outdoors for all Americans to new investments in gr…
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Glass Table talk with Overseer Talmadge Thomas
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During our quarantine series, Pastor Talmage Thomas and Charles Allen talked through how to maintain ministry even though the gathering was not an option. the need to take this time and enjoy life and effectively pastoring during difficult times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/glass_table_talk /support…
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Campfire Conversation: Climate Action After a Pandemic
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Can companies in the outdoor industry afford to lean into climate action in the midst and immediate aftermath of a pandemic? That's the question being discussed around the campfire today. Jessie Curry, OIA's Sustainable Business Manager; Jenn Swain, Global Senior Sustainability Manager at Burton; JJ Trout, Chief of Staff at People for Bikes; Chris …
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Challenge Caucasian Church leaders Complicity in Racism today
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Throughout history, there have been moments when white American Christians could have interceded on behalf of racial justice but did not. At least, not to the extremes as some other issues they are fighting against. However, this is no longer the case with George Williams, he is committed to learn, grow, and fight for justice. We welcome George Wil…
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Four specialty retail shop owners across the country and an expert in consumer trends and retail strategy gather around the fire to discuss the immediate aftermath of the COVID “shutdown,” the steps they’re taking to reopen or reposition their businesses, the safety precautions they’re using and how they’re recouping their losses. From day-to-day o…
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The Glass Table Talk with Guest Dr. Micheal Carter Jr.
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Have a seat at the table this week as Charles Allen and Michael Carter discuss The impact of COVID-19 on church planting and how it shifted the future strategies of growth and outreach. Pastor Carter had some strong prediction concerning how the church will look and behave post-COVID -19 Was he right is it still to early to tell? Michael Carter is …
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The Glass Table Talk with Shawn Douglass
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In between assignments with no real direction Shawn and His wife received a call that would forever change his life and how they operated as a family. Have a seat at the table with us as we unpack this incredible story. Shawn Douglass is a husband, father, foster parent, and serial entrepreneur. He is passionate about helping individuals discover t…
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Outdoor industry businesses and employees have been overwhelmed by the impacts of the COVID-19 situation for months now, trying to stay safe while keeping themselves afloat. But as we begin to realize that COVID-19 will be part of our lives for some time, how do individuals and businesses in the outdoor industry move from treading water to being ag…
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Leaders of four outdoor industry advocacy organizations — each representing different but overlapping stakeholder groups — gather around the “fire” for an intimate and candid conversation about the public land conservation and access issues that matter to outdoor users and the outdoor economy. Where do the organizations’ policy priorities intersect…
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Glass Table Talk with Pastors, Arlene Huckaby, Shalonda Thurmond, & Marquisa Horton
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Women in Ministry ` Balancing Family, Ministry, and Careers. We don't know they do it all with such grace, but they do, and they do it well. Listen as we find out the secret to there success and what it takes to balance busy lives. Arlene Hodges Huckaby married Bill Huckaby, mother of one son Occupation. Elementary teacher of Math and Science Minis…
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Glass Table talk with Bishop Kevin Ringer
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Thank you for joining Charles Allen and Kevin Ringer at the table this week as they discuss failure, redemption, and the process of restoration. However, coming to trust the process is where we must maintain our faith to believe that there is life after death. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgll... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nlrf…
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Amid COVID-19, states across the country implemented stay-at-home and shelter-in-place orders, all with different closure rules and requirements for local, county, state and national public lands, parks and trails. Now, as the country begins to contemplate reopening those outdoor assets, there are many questions and considerations about how to do i…
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Glass Table with Lynn Fruth - The Strategy he used to build a kingdom company, leading through transitions and succession planning.
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We are excited to have Lynn Fruth on the next Glass Table as we discuss The Strategy he used to build a kingdom company, leading through transitions and succession planning. Lynn Fruth is a Christian Businessman entrusted by God to lead The Danberry Company, Realtors, located in Toledo, Ohio. The Danberry Family consists of 40 employees and over 30…
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Glass Table Talk with Rodney Jackson
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Have a seat at the table and meet our friend, Rodney Jackson. We had a great time talking with RAJ today at The Glass Table discussing casting vision, leading through change, the energy that your faith needs to move.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/glass_table_talk /support…
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Come have a seat at the table and meet our friend, Kevin Clay. We had a great time talking with Kevin Clay today at The Glass Table discussing leading through adversity, the entrepreneur's mindset, and turning a crisis into an opportunity for future success. Kevin is an entrepreneur who has a passion for helping men be their best selves and live to…
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In this short episode, we look back on the highlights of Day 2 at OR and preview a few of the can’t miss events on Day 3 at Summer Market. You can view Thursday's full OIA events and education agenda here: outdoorindustry.org/event/oia-outdoor-retailer/ To learn more about the work OIA does year round on behalf of its member companies, click here: …
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2019—Day 2
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In this short episode, we look back on the highlights of Day 1 at OR and preview a few of the can’t miss events on Day 2 at Summer Market. You can view Wednesday's full OIA events and education agenda here: outdoorindustry.org/event/oia-outdoor-retailer/ To learn more about the work OIA does year round on behalf of its member companies, click here:…
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Sustainability Series: How NEMO and Showers Pass are Making Sustainability a Priority
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You’ve got sustainability questions; we’ve got answers. Wherever you are on your journey to sustainability, we’re here to help. In 2019, we are helping OIA companies to Walk the Walk by hosting a series of sustainability boot camps. They are designed to help small to mid-sized brands that have limited to no dedicated sustainability staff or experti…
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OIA’s First Big Win of 2019: LWCF Permanent Reauthorization
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Last week, in an overwhelming display of bipartisan support, the House of Representatives voted to pass the Natural Resources Management Act. This comes after it successfully passed through the Senate earlier in February, which means it now goes to the president for his signature. This is an enormous win for the outdoor industry, as the package inc…
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In the past two weeks, America has experienced what can only be described as whiplash as Congressional leadership, the Senate, House and President Trump bicker over funding priorities and principles. The President has flip-flopped on his insistence for border wall funding and his threats of government shutdown. On December 13, the day we recorded p…
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When the calendar turns over to January 2019, we'll welcome many new faces on Capital Hill. Likewise, we'll say goodbye to any legislative measures on Congress's docket that do not get passed before the Senate and House of Representatives adjourn for the year. In this episode, OIA's Jessica Wahl talks to Deborah Williams about the work that OIA is …
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The Many Faces of LWCF | Biking PGH to DC
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This episode is the third in a series about the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), America’s premier federal program that reinvests offshore energy revenue into conservation to ensure that we all have access to the outdoors. Congress created the LWCF almost a half-century ago to guarantee America’s natural, historic and outdoor recreation her…
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Saturday is Day 3 of Outdoor Retailer Winter Market, and it will feature the third of our OIA lunch sessions. Hear from OIA’s new State and Local Policy Director David Weinstein about the lunch panel he’ll moderate to bring attendees up to speed on the growing trend of state outdoor recreation offices. Learn what you can do for them and what they c…
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This is our short preview of what’s coming up on Day 2 of the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market. In this episode we again hear from OIA Executive Director Amy Roberts about Friday’s OIA lunch session. The topic: “How Change Happens: Why do some social movements succeed while others don’t?” Roberts explains why she invited author Leslie Crutchfield to …
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In this short episode, we preview a few of the can’t miss events on Day 1 of the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market, which begins Thursday, November 8, in Denver. Beginning with the Industry Breakfast at 7 a.m. and ending with the Outdoor Retailer Innovation Award, the first day is packed with informative and inspiring programming. OIA’s Executive Dire…
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Jimmy Chin on Free Solo and #VoteTheOutdoors
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In this short interview, OIA’s managing content editor Deborah Williams sits down with Jimmy Chin to talk about to talk about the newest film that he and his wife, documentary filmmaker Chai Vasarhelyi created about Alex Honnold's free solo climb of El Cap: National Geographic’s Free Solo. Jimmy talks about the ethical questions that arose througho…
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Live from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Denver, CO, Deborah Williams brings you the highlights of the day's news, must-attend events, and the hottest products.
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Live from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Denver, CO, Deborah Williams brings you the highlights of the day's news, must-attend events, and the hottest products.
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Live from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Denver, CO, Deborah Williams brings you the highlights of the day's news, must-attend events, and the hottest products.
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The Many Faces of LWCF | Denver, Part 2 | Rocky Mountain National Park
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In this 2-part episode, Deborah Williams talks about a couple places and an issue that are important to her as an outdoorist, a Denverite and a Coloradan. The places are the Montbello Open Space Park and iconic Rocky Mountain National Park, and they are both recipients of Land and Water Conservation Fund dollars. She visits both in this 2-part epis…
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The Many Faces of LWCF | Denver, Part 1 | Montbello Open Space Park
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In this 2-part episode, Deborah Williams talks about a couple places and an issue that are important to her as an outdoorist, a Denverite and a Coloradan. The places are the Montbello Open Space Park and iconic Rocky Mountain National Park, and they are both recipients of Land and Water Conservation Fund dollars. She visits both in this 2-part epis…
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Cailin O'Brien-Feeney selected to head Oregon's Office of Outdoor Recreation
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Cailin O'Brien-Feeney, OIA's State and Local Policy Manager for the past three years, has been hired to head the Office of Outdoor Recreation for the state of Oregon. In this interview, Deborah Williams, OIA's managing content editor, interviews Cailin about what he's accomplished over the past three years in his current role and what his first cou…
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Climate Crusaders: Protect Our Winters and New Belgium Brewing
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On todays episode, you'll hear from a couple of "Climate Crusaders" - individuals who have made it their mission to reduce their and their businesses' impact on the planet. First, we’ll hear from Mario Molina, the executive director of Protect Our Winters. POW is leading the way in climate advocacy and creating a movement among snow sports enthusia…
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State and Local Advocacy with Cailin O'Brien-Feeney and Stewart Lewis
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In this episode, OIA’s managing content editor Deborah Williams talks with Cailin O’Brien-Feeney and Stewart Lewis, who make up the local policy arm of our government affairs team. Cailin and Stewart will explain the work they’re doing to move legislative initiatives around outdoor recreation and access in a few key states, as well as their involve…
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In this episode, Deborah Williams, OIA’s managing content editor, talks with Jessica Wahl, OIA’s Government Affairs Manager about how OIA is advocating for it's members at the state and federal level. Jessica works in DC on recreation policy, and in this interview we’ll hear the latest on what she’s working on, the response since the Trump Administ…
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Interview with Paul Hawken at ORWM18 + Snow Show
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In June of 2017, President Trump announced that he would withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement. In a letter to OIA members, Executive Director Amy Roberts noted that the withdrawal threatens not only the $887 billion outdoor industry and the 7.6 million American jobs it supports but also the very future of our planet. As outdo…
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Partnership Profile: Monadnock Paper Mills
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In early 2017, OIA announced an enhanced suite of member benefit partnerships in six key business channels, including finance operations and marketing sales. These benefits provide valuable tools to OIA members to improve their operating efficiencies and bottom lines. These vetted and trusted partners understand the outdoor recreation landscape and…
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Together We Are A Force: Jill Domain, David Labistour, and Thomas Chiu
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In 2016, we conducted an extensive series of interviews and surveys to find out how OIA—the outdoor industry’s membership trade association—can best support outdoor companies. What we learned is that our members see us as a convener—the unifying entity best equipped to galvanize the industry around three important issues: policy, participation and …
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Together We Are A Force: Tom Adams and Ashley Korenblatt
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In 2016, we conducted an extensive series of interviews and surveys to find out how OIA—the outdoor industry’s membership trade association—can best support outdoor companies. What we learned is that our members see us as a convener—the unifying entity best equipped to galvanize the industry around three important issues: policy, participation and …
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Together We Are A Force: Peter Duke and Craig Smith
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In 2016, we conducted an extensive series of interviews and surveys to find out how OIA—the outdoor industry’s membership trade association—can best support outdoor companies. What we learned is that our members see us as a convener—the unifying entity best equipped to galvanize the industry around three important issues: policy, participation and …
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Together We Are A Force: James Edward Mills and Jose Gonzalez
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In 2016, we conducted an extensive series of interviews and surveys to find out how OIA—the outdoor industry’s membership trade association—can best support outdoor companies. What we learned is that our members see us as a convener—the unifying entity best equipped to galvanize the industry around three important issues: policy, participation and …
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Partnership Profile: Fidelitas Development
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In early 2017, OIA announced an enhanced suite of member benefit partnerships in six key business channels, including finance & operations and marketing & sales. These benefits provide valuable tools to OIA members to improve their operating efficiencies and bottom lines. These vetted and trusted partners understand the outdoor recreation landscape…
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Partnership Profile: Apogee Digital Media
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In early 2017, OIA announced an enhanced suite of member benefit partnerships in six key business channels, including finance & operations and marketing & sales. These benefits provide valuable tools to OIA members to improve their operating efficiencies and bottom lines. These vetted and trusted partners understand the outdoor recreation landscape…
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Quarterly Update with Amy Roberts, 06/07/2017
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In this episode, you’ll hear from OIA’s Executive Director Amy Roberts. This is the second in a series of quarterly installments to keep our members updated about our projects, initiatives and general industry happenings. We spoke with Amy over Skype to talk about the many achievements, developments and headlines that have dominated the association…
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