ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 2022 - OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW JANUARY 26-28, 2022 COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER | DENVER, CO
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2022 WELCOME ATTENDEE TOOLKIT QUICK LINKS REGISTRATION HOTELS GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS HEALTH + SAFETY OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW JANUARY 26-28, 2022 COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER | DENVER, CO
WELCOME WELCOME Greetings! Snow Show is finally happening again in person, and we couldn’t be more excited to gather together again—we really missed you! This show is all about efficient business, bringing together our community, and celebrating the industry we all QUICK LINKS love. We are committed to producing a show that is successful for all attendees, and ensures the health, safety, and well- being of this community, our internal team and everyone else involved in the show. We are continuing to work with Visit Denver, the Colorado Convention Center, and hotel partners to implement the highest safety protocols and measures recommended by health officials and government agencies. You will find the most up-to-date health and safety guidelines in this document, in addition to a show plan that will REGISTRATION optimize your time, fill your appointment book and provide the best return on investment for each show you attend. We invite you to use and share this toolkit with your colleagues and business partners. We are here for you and eager to assist in making the show a venture of hope and possibility! Outdoor Retailer Attendee Relations Team HOTELS Larry Harrison Sarah Morton Brand Development Director Attendee Relations Manager larry.harrison@outdoorretailer.com sarah.morton@outdoorretailer.com (949) 392-4625 (949) 345-1946 GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS HEALTH + SAFETY OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW | 2022 ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 2
QUICK LINKS WELCOME GENERAL outdoorretailer.com QUICK LINKS Contact Info Health + Safety Guidelines THE SHOW REGISTRATION Exhibitor List Attending Store List Floor Plan Education Events Show Planner Mobile App HOTELS PUBLICATIONS The Daily Outdoor Retailer Magazine GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS TRAVEL Book Housing Getting Here + Around Where to Eat in Denver HEALTH + SAFETY Industry Calendar OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW | 2022 ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 3
GENERAL SHOW INFORMATION WELCOME QUICK LINKS REGISTRATION HOTELS Date January 26-28, 2022 Location Colorado Convention Center 700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202 GUIDELINES FOR Show Hours SUCCESS Wednesday, January 26 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.* Thursday, January 27 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.* Friday, January 28 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.* *7 - 9 a.m. by appointment only. Registration Credentials First time registrants will need to submit business credentials during the registration process. Please find an approved list of credentials here. HEALTH + SAFETY OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW | 2022 ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 4
REGISTRATION WELCOME The easiest way to register for the Show is online, before you even get to Denver. Be on the lookout for registration emails from Outdoor Retailer or go to outdoorretailer.com to register. Registration is FREE for Retail Buyers, Designers, Importers/Distributors, Working Media, and Independent Reps until December 10, 2021—get it done early to save time and money! QUICK LINKS REGISTER NOW Badge Pick-Up Insider’s Tip—Pick up your badge BEFORE the show starts to avoid the lines on Day 1. You can pick up your badge inside REGISTRATION the Colorado Convention Center in Lobby A, or the 14th Street Entrance. Make sure you bring your registration confirmation email (with Badge Pick-Up the scannable barcode) or photo ID. If you haven’t registered and need to do that onsite, head to the Colorado Convention Center. Attending for the first time? HOTELS You’ll need to prepare your business credentials when completing the registration form. You can find the list of credentials here. Can you bring dogs? Yes you can! However, they will need badges, and you’ll be required to sign a waiver upon registration. GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS More questions? You can find a list of registration FAQ here. HEALTH + SAFETY OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW | 2022 ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 5
HOTELS WELCOME QUICK LINKS REGISTRATION Did you know? EventSphere has a booth in the registration area at each show! Just look for the hotel icon on the show maps. Book your hotels at an exclusive rate for the next two shows. Plus, your credit card on file won’t be charged until two weeks prior to the show. BOOK NOW Benefits of booking within the official housing block include: HOTELS • Outdoor Retailer exclusive rates • Flexible cancellation policies • Reservation relocation protection • U.S.-based contact center open 24/7, 365 • Exclusive promotions and perks • Pre-arrival acknowledgement emails including a hotel confirmation number will be provided approximately seven days prior to arrival • On-site customer support presence at Outdoor Retailer GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS Badge Pick-Up Insider’s Tip—We offer satellite badge pickup at the following locations, so you can skip the lines at the Colorado Convention Center: • Hyatt Regency Lobby* Make sure you bring your registration confirmation email (with the scannable barcode) or photo ID. If you haven’t HEALTH + SAFETY registered and need to do that onsite, head to the Colorado Convention Center. *Open January 25 PHOTO CREDIT: VISIT DENVER OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW | 2022 ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 6
TIPS + TRICKS FOR A SUCCESSFUL SHOW WELCOME QUICK LINKS REGISTRATION Make Appointments Contact your local reps to make appointments or use Match, Outdoor Retailer’s messaging and appointment booking portal, to contact brands and schedule appointments. **Buyers Hack: Did you know you can get a head start on your appointments two hours before everyone else? The show floor is open to retail buyers with appointments starting at 7 a.m. every morning! HOTELS Download The Mobile App | Download the app Everything you need to know about the Show is in the palm of your hand in the Mobile App—get access to the exhibitor list, education schedule, a walking show floor map, and more. Stay tuned—the Mobile App will be ready mid-July! Match | Access Match Use Match to email and request appointments with exhibitors, add education sessions to your personal show calendar and sync your selections with the mobile app. Stay tuned—Match will be ready mid-December! GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS Discover New Brands and Products | See the Exhibitor List Search by brand name, location, product category and more. You can even explore some of the products brands are bringing by clicking the PRODUCT button. Did you know that you can filter the online Exhibitor List by NEW? Just click the NEW button on the exhibitor list and that will show you the list of new brands at the show! Explore The Floor | See the Floor Plan Take some time to study the floor plan before you arrive on Day 1. This will save you both time and energy trying to HEALTH + SAFETY locate booths and prevent you from getting lost...and late for appointments. Don’t forget to download the Mobile App and pick up copies of the Show Map and Pocket Guide so you’re prepared to explore the floor. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW | 2022 ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 7
TIPS + TRICKS FOR A SUCCESSFUL SHOW WELCOME The Resource Center *NEW* | Check out Show Areas The Resource Center is a central hub to provide retailers, media, brands, designers, and other attendees an opportunity to gather market research and trend insight, and learn about new business technologies, directly from experts. Discovery and new connections are happening live at Outdoor Retailer, and now attendees can simultaneously QUICK LINKS access resources and information to support their business decisions. Get Educated | See the Education schedule Education will take place throughout the Convention Center—in MR400s, The Camp, Trend & Design Center, and the RANGER Station. Show Events | See the Events schedule Happy hours and events at the show are a great way to get connected...you never know who you’ll meet! REGISTRATION Venture Out | Learn more about Venture Out Venture Out is BACK! This curated section is where retailers discover what’s next and a basecamp for brands who push the status quo. Venture Out is guided by the pillars of design, community and culture. Discover Innovation | Learn more about the Innovation Awards The Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards recognize the cutting edge and carefully considered products and retail services from all seasons made famous at the trade show. Determined by a panel of expert judges, winners will be unveiled live in an awards ceremony on Thursday, January 27, 2022, Night 2 of Snow Show. HOTELS The Workroom | See the floor plan Need a quiet place to get some work done away from the bustle of the show floor? Meeting Room 102 is open to all Retail Buyers, Designers, Importer/Distributors, and Working Media with work stations and WiFi. Summit Coffee Co Back by popular demand, Summit Coffee will be stationed at Venture Out serving up espresso and coffee drinks. The best part? You can save time and skip the line through mobile ordering! GUIDELINES FOR Check Out Our Scholarship Opportunities | Apply for the program SUCCESS If your store is facing challenges that may prevent your buyers from attending due to overall cost, we can help! Fresh A new area on the show floor, Fresh introduces buyers and media to new brands and first-time exhibitors. For retailers looking to diversify store offerings and attract customers, Fresh provides inspiration to help your business grow. HEALTH + SAFETY OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW | 2022 ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 8
OUR HEALTH + SAFETY PLAN WELCOME QUICK LINKS REGISTRATION Outdoor Retailer is excited to welcome retailers, exhibitors, and the outdoor and snowsports industries back to Denver to build and strengthen relationships. Our team is committed to creating a show experience where our community, partners, staff, and the local workforce can safely and effectively conduct business. We are continuing to work closely with Visit Denver, the Colorado Convention Center, and hotel partners to implement the highest safety protocols and measures recommended by health officials and government agencies. We recognize that these protocols are constantly in flux, and we will continue to adjust our health measures in accordance to HOTELS recommendations from the city of Denver and the CDC. Visit our website to find out what current health measures we have in place for Outdoor Retailer Snow Show and how you too will play a role in moving business forward safely. HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS Hotel Partner Health and Safety Information EventSphere is our official housing partner and information on hotels may be found HERE. Other Resources HEALTH + SAFETY CDC: General Guidelines | Travel Guidelines | Emerald COVID-19 Resources OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW | 2022 ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 9
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