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OIA CEO Andrew Denton talks about the value of retail education
Read more: OIA CEO Andrew Denton talks about the value of retail educationAndrew Denton, CEO of the Outdoor Industries Association (OIA), firmly believes that education and events like Outdoor and Social are vital for the growth and success of the outdoor industry. His passion for fostering engagement and professional development within the sector was evident at this year’s event in Edale, March 11-13, where he not only…
Outdoor and Social returns bigger and better
Read more: Outdoor and Social returns bigger and betterOutdoor and Social 2025 got off to an extremely busy start. The three-day outdoor learning event kicked-off today, March 11, 2025, at Newfold Farm, Edale, in the Peak District, following on from the inaugural event last year. It is an outdoor trade event providing workshops and practical sessions designed to increase knowledge and confidence in…
Outdoor 2025
Read more: Outdoor 2025With the disappointing news this morning that the 2025 OutDoor show in Munich has been cancelled, we would like to invite any brands that had booked to be at OutDoor to attend Outdoor and Social in the UK in March. We encourage buyers from UK retailers to attend our event in the beautiful and authentic…
The OIA’s Andrew Denton gives his views on the state of the industry
Read more: The OIA’s Andrew Denton gives his views on the state of the industryAndrew Denton, CEO of the Outdoor Industries Association (OIA), looks at how the last five years have affected the industry and what the future holds. Andrew has been working in the outdoors since 1984, starting his career in outdoor education and then moving on to a series of senior management and ownership roles in businesses…
The OIA’s Andrew Denton champions outdoor education for retail staff
Read more: The OIA’s Andrew Denton champions outdoor education for retail staffAndrew Denton, CEO of the Outdoor Industries Association (OIA), looks at how important education is to retail staff, why they should attend Outdoor and Social and what other events to put in your calendar. Andrew has been working in the outdoors since 1984, starting his career in outdoor education and then moving on to a…
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Brand new training course for outdoor retail staff gets off the ground
Read more: Brand new training course for outdoor retail staff gets off the groundThe first certificates for a brand-new outdoor training qualification for retail staff were presented at Outdoor and Social. Outdoor and Social, a three-day outdoor learning event, was held at Newfold Farm, Edale, in the Peak District, from March 12-14. It is an outdoor trade event providing workshops and practical sessions designed to increase knowledge and…
Outdoor and Social is hailed a huge success
Read more: Outdoor and Social is hailed a huge successOutdoor and Social was showered with praise by brands, retailers and speakers. Outdoor and Social, the three-day outdoor learning event, was held at Newfold Farm, Edale, in the Peak District, from March 12-14. It is an outdoor trade event providing workshops and practical sessions designed to increase knowledge and confidence in outdoor products and skills through…
Adventurer Jamie Ramsay says Outdoor and Social is essential for retail staff
Read more: Adventurer Jamie Ramsay says Outdoor and Social is essential for retail staffJamie Ramsay, outdoor adventurer, believes that Outdoor and Social is giving retail staff essential knowledge. Outdoor and Social is a three-day outdoor learning event which began on Tuesday, March 12, at Newfold Farm, Edale, in the Peak District. It is an outdoor trade event providing workshops and practical sessions designed to increase knowledge and confidence…
