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THE PLACE TO SEE AND BE SEEN Welcome to the 53rd Annual NSGA Management Conference & 19th Annual Team Dealer Summit. Thank you for sharing your busy and valuable time with us. The NSGA Conference & Summit is a place where you can focus on your business and not have it feel like work. We encourage you to use this book as a guide to help you get the most out of the conference. New This Year Conference Kick-Off Sunday —Attend new programming on Sunday to get even more bang for your buck. Learn how to get the most out of the conference with NSGA staff, meet the famous golf instructor Hank Haney or relax after your travels at the evening reception. Learn more on page 6. The Combine — Get your questions ready as we enter into speed rounds discussing hot-button topics in the industry. Experts will share the ins and outs on how to use everyday applications that leave you with real-world, actionable insights. Structured Product Networking — Connect in one place by spending the afternoon in pre-arranged meetings with brands and retailers/dealers. The Lineup — Learn from an impressive lineup of corporate leaders and experts from companies such as Google, Yelp, Zappos, Vanity Fair, Microsoft and more. Walk away with practical solutions to help your business grow. Learn more about the speakers on pages 8 through 12. Expanded Innovations Arena — Interact with the people behind emerging products in the NSGA Innovations Arena. New this year, established manufacturers who have an innovative product or concept will showcase at the Arena, in addition to new-to-market companies. Learn more about this year’s exhibitors on page 18. If you have any questions, please ask an NSGA staff member at the event. We are here to make sure you have a successful and enjoyable experience. Thank you again for taking time out of your busy schedule to be here with us. Best wishes for a great event, David Labbe Matt Carlson Chairman of the Board President & CEO SVP Finance & Administration National Sporting Kittery Trading Post Goods Association STAY CONNECTED WITH NSGA DURING #MCTDS17 — Use the conference hashtag #MCTDS17 to share your experience. Don’t forget to tag NSGA so we can follow you back! NSGA OFFICERS Chairman of the Board David Labbe TWITTER Kittery Trading Post, Kittery, ME Treasurer/Chairman-Elect Follow us at: twitter.com/nsgasportinggds Cathy Pryor Mention our name when tweeting: Hibbett Sports, Birmingham, AL @nsgasportinggds Past Chairman Look for live tweeting throughout the conference! Randy Nill Nill Bros. Sporting Goods, Kansas City, KS FACEBOOK DIRECTORS Like NSGA’s Facebook Page at: Dale Donaldson facebook.com/nsgasports Mallard’s Source for Sports, Mention our name on Facebook when posting: Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada NSGA Sports Pat Donnelley Donnelley Sports, Twin Falls, ID Rhett Johnson Johnson-Lambe Co., Raleigh, NC LINKEDIN Jeff Miller Join NSGA’s LinkedIn group and follow the Scholastic Sports Sales, Ltd., Manlius, NY LinkedIn company page to connect with other NSGA members and conference attendees. John Oehler Look for discussions on some key takeaways Dunham’s Sports, Troy, MI from sessions. Rob Summerfield bit.ly/NSGAcompany MC Sports, Grand Rapids, MI Jerry Williams Schuylkill Valley Sports, Pottstown, PA INSTAGRAM PRESIDENT & CEO Follow @TeamNSGA and tag your photos with Matt Carlson #MCTDS17 National Sporting Goods Association, Mount Prospect, IL NATIONAL SPORTING GOODS ASSOCIATION ANTITRUST POLICY STATEMENT As a prologue to our meetings, please Further, there will be no specific All of the prohibitions apply regardless keep in mind there are numerous state discussion concerning price, product, of whether the activity is overt, covert, and federal laws which absolutely profits, commission or any other cost oral or verbal, done directly or indirectly prohibit the exchange of information components or elements. and regardless of share of the market or among competitors or potential degree of influence. competitors regarding price, product, There are similar prohibitions on any refusals to deal, or agreements to agreement between actual or potential The prohibitions are complicated, and, proceed in certain anti-competitive competitors to: (i) allocate customers or therefore, this is not an exhaustive list of respects, and no such exchange of this territories, (ii) restrain supplies or (iii) not examples. This is a very serious matter information is either sanctioned or to deal with certain other competitors and no deviation from this policy will be tolerated by the National Sporting or market participants. Agreements to allowed. Your cooperation is appreciated. Goods Association. deal exclusively or tying the sale of one product to the purchase of another also may be prohibited. EXPERIENCE SCOTTSDALE Enjoy the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch Wine and Dine Take advantage of the diverse cuisine offered at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale. To make a reservation at any of the resort restaurants, call (480) 444-1234 or visit the concierge desk located in the main lobby. Relax Poolside The Hyatt Regency Scottsdale’s water playground is a favorite of resort guests, with 10 swimming pools, 20 fountains, 45 waterfalls and poolside service to enjoy. The addition of four poolside cabanas provide the option of private lounge seating, a television, refrigerator and ceiling fan. Unwind at Spa Avania Named one of the “Best Spas in the World” in 2014 by Condé Nast Traveler, Spa Avania is a tranquil oasis offering several spa treatments. To book a spa treatment, call (480) 444-1234, ext. 70. Soak in the Charm with a Gondola Ride Transport yourself to the waterways of Venice aboard a beautiful gondola. Four handcrafted Italian gondola boats are steered through the seven-acre lake by professional gondoliers. The gondolas are available every evening on a first-come, first-serve basis. Dine in Alto Ristorante and receive a complimentary pass with the purchase of an entrée. You may also purchase passes at the dock for $10 per person. Attendance at, or participation in NSGA meetings and other activities, constitutes an agreement 4 | NSGA Conference & Summit 2017 by the attendee that NSGA can use and distribute the attendees’ image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities. Get Active Get Your Heart Rate up at the Fitness Center Up Your Game Exercise on your own schedule in the 24-hour Start your day with an energizing game StayFit™ gym at the fitness center. Access to of tennis, practice your swing with a the 24-hour fitness center is complimentary personalized golf lesson or find your zen to all guests. with poolside yoga and more. Tennis: (480) 215-4058 Golf: (480) 951-0022 Take Advantage of Nature With 27 acres of landscaped grounds, there is Yoga, Zumba, Bootcamp or Cardio classes: a vast array of options available for exercising (480) 483-5556 outdoors, including bike rentals and walking/ running trails. Grab a map, get outside and Official NSGA Golf Tournament get your blood pumping. Ask the Fitness Join fellow golf enthusiasts at the Official Concierge for jogging and walking routes. NSGA Golf Tournament on Tuesday afternoon at the Gainey Ranch Golf Club. If you have not pre-registered, please visit Climb to New Heights This brand new 28-foot climbing wall is the the NSGA registration table to sign up. perfect way to take your experience at the Every effort will be made to accommodate Hyatt Regency Scottsdale to another level. on-site pairing requests, however NSGA can not guarantee meeting all requests. Please note, there is a $145 golf fee. You will Explore Scottsdale be asked to provide your handicap and can request rental clubs. You may charge all Reference the Scottsdale guides included golfing expenses to your room at the resort. in your welcome bags to discover the many unique experiences Scottsdale has to offer. Stretch Your Legs at “Mr. Newsome’s Neighborhood Walk” Join Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Famer Mickey Newsome for a walk around the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale property nature trails on Monday afternoon. If you have not already done so, please find an NSGA staff member to complete the required participation waiver. NSGA Conference & Summit 2017 | 5 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS “PLAY BALL” 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM Conference Track: How to Appeal to Sunday, May 21, 2017 the Next Generation through Company Culture | Vaquero E – G NOON – 4:30 PM Locker Room (Registration) Summit Track: “Digital Diet,” How Terrace Court Lobby Technology is Transforming our Lives from Relationships to Business to Identity Arizona Ballroom VI – VIII 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM NSGA Starting Line Up | Vaquero E – G 10:45 AM – 11:00 AM Time Out Networking Break | Vaquero A – D 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Sponsored by D&H Distributing NSGA Welcome Rally | Terrace Court 11:00 AM – NOON “PUCK DROP” General Session: Emerging Technology and Changes in the Industry | Vaquero E – G Monday, May 22, 2017 NOON – 1:00 PM 7:00 AM Halftime in the NSGA Innovations Arena Locker Room (Information Desk) Networking Lunch | Vaquero A – D Vaquero A – E Booths 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM Structured Product Networking Tee Off Networking Breakfast Buffet Terrace Court Vaquero A – D Sponsored by Mizuno 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM “Mr. Newsome’s Neighborhood Walk” 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Meet in Hotel Lobby KEYNOTE KICKOFF: “Collapse of Distinction,” Competition in the Industry Vaquero E – G 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Monday Night Lights | Palm Grove Brought to you by Clearent 9:30 AM – 9:45 AM Time Out Networking Break | Vaquero A – D Sponsored