Registration Open
7:00 am – 5:00 pm
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First Tracks & Guided Uphill
7:30 – 9:00 am | Sponsored by Shane Kinkennon | Outlaw Express Lift |
Guided Snowshoeing with
Naturalist
7:30 – 9:30 am | Space is limited. Sign up at Global Summit registration desk. Rentals will be provided. Transportation will be provided to the Nordic Center. | Nordic Center |
Private Yoga Class
8:00 – 9:00 am | Space is limited. Sign up at Global Summit registration | Yoga Yurt |
Breakfast
9:30 – 10:00 am | | Redford Center Foyer |
What does “Sustainbility” Mean for The Consumer
10:00 – 10:45 am | A panel discussion on how sustainability regulations and corporate efforts are reshaping the world of product design. From new labeling standards to innovative materials and production processes, we’ll explore how businesses are adapting to a more sustainable future—and how consumers stand to benefit.
Presented by: Ammi Broenstein, Snaplinc Consulting (moderator); Tim Fish, Rab; Thomas Mason, Ortovox; Helmet Holzer, Atomic; Mark Larese-Casanova, UT State University | Redford Center |
Creating a High Performance
Culture in a Changing World
11:00 – 11:45 am | Our industry is being impacted by regulation, changing demographics, and the vagaries of our winter snowfall. Learn simple actions you can take to create a high-performance culture that can help you tap into the collective wisdom of your team.
Presented by: Win Jeanfreau, Impact Utah | Redford Center |
Lunch/Snow Break on Own
11:45 am – 1:45 pm | | |
Marketing Winter
2:00 – 2:45 pm | A panel discussion on reaching new and existing consumers.
Presented by: Issa Sawabini, Fuse (moderator); Jon Holmes, Bill & Paul’s Sporthaus; Kylie Kullack, Struck; Jamie Starr, Brand and Business Strategy Consultant | Rehearsal Hall |
Coffee Break
2:00 – 4:00 pm | Sponsored by Verde | Redford Center Foyer |
Trade Wars! The Impact of Import
Tariffs, Export Controls, and
Sanctions on the Snowsports
Industry
3:00 – 3:45 pm | Trade Wars! During this time of geopolitical competition and conflict, dynamic regulatory changes,and aggressive legal enforcement, the changing rules of international trade are affecting U.S. and multinational corporations as never before. How will 2025 affect your supply chain? Will the United States impose duties on imports from Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, India, Mexico, Russia, South Africa, or all of Europe? And how will these nations respond? Will the United States impose more economic sanctions on competitors and adversaries alike? Come learn about how to navigate the shifting landscape of international trade in 2025.
Presented by: Joshep Brubaker, Kirton McConkie | |
Business Metrics (WSM Retail Members Only)
3:00 – 3:45 pm | Presented by: Kevin Wang, Greenwoods | |
Where Do We Go From Here? Next Steps for Industry Growth
4:00 – 5:00 pm | Join your colleagues, drink in hand, for this final session to explore how you will assimilate and apply the insights you’ve gained over the last two days to enhancing your business. From compliance to marketing, we will discuss what you’ve learned and how to make a measurable difference for your business, your trading partners, and the industry.
Facilitated by: Shane Kinkennon, Exec Coach for Winter Brand Leaders | Redford Center |
Cocktails
6:30 – 7:00 pm | | Rehearsal Hall |
Closing Dinner & Awards
7:00 – 8:30 pm | | Rehearsal Hall |
Closing Party
8:30 – 10:00 pm | | Rehearsal Hall |
