Owner Tiffany is partying it up at the RIA Summit in St. Louis! We love connecting with fellow run specialty businesses! Thanks @brooksrunning for hosting the Legendary Industry Party! #runningindustry #runspecialty #terralocotravels #terralocomn #stlouis #runningindustryassociation #smallbusinessowner
Remembering you today DUNCAN ….honored to celebrate yOO in St. Louis at the Running Industry Association Hall of Fame …..you deserve a place in the history of the running industry!!👏👏👏 #oofos #runningindustryassociation #RIA
Great article from our friends at @runninginsightmag showcasing our upcoming member event - The RIA Summit. Registration closes on 3/29 so grab your spot if you haven't yet. You don't want to miss this event. Link in Bio. #RIA #RIASummit #runningindustryassociation
Not only will the RIA Summit be packed with programming and effective meetings, we will be sprinkling in lots of fun too. Especially at our RIA Industry Party on Wednesday night at the RIA Summit. We appreciate @brooksrunning sponsoring this awesome event again. Be sure to register for the RIA Summit now so you don't miss out! https://runningindustry.org/summit #RIA #RIASummit #runningindustryassociation
The Better Bins product recycling program is one of the latest initiatives of the Low Impact Alliance . Partnering with Recover, @sneaker.impact , and GU/TerraCycle, the LIA has created a one-stop recycling center for use in local run specialty shops. Learn more about the important work that is happening when RIA members collaborate! https://runningindustry.org/news/the-lia-introduces-better-bins #RIA #runningindustryassociation #sustainablerunning
Secure your spot! The RIA Summit name reflects the ethos of the show - helping retailers, brands and associate members connect in ways that elevate their businesses! Secure your spot for the RIA Summit for just $99, starting now. Event fees will go up soon and there are a limited number of attendee spots, so please register at your earliest convenience. In 2024 Summit attendees have 100% control over their show schedule, and thus their show experience. The goal is to maximize the value for each attendee, whether they are an owner, general manager, buyer or key staff. Sign up now to secure your spot, and the RIA will follow up with information about registering for individual sessions very soon. Link in Bio. #RIA #Runningindustryassociation #RIASummit
How can you make trail racing more inclusive for beginners, particularly beginners from underrepresented backgrounds? Find some ideas for increasing inclusivity in our National Run Safety Month article, link in bio. Thanks to @runningdiversity for developing this thought-provoking question for discussion, and to @mr_chandler for the great photo #RIA #runningindustryassociation #RIDC #runnsafety
“When you have a standard available for product data, then there is no need for all that prep work. Now suddenly, it’s not just manageable but easier to use brand UPCs than to ignore them or not use them. An accessible-to-all solution would make data management seamless. If every single retailer can use it, we all will save time. The ripple effects include more people on the sales floor, rather than in the back managing data. Coleman Conley Upper Quadrant Learn how to $ave time with the all-new RIA Product Data Collaborative See Link In Bio #PDC #ria #runningindustryassociation
Read about what Running Industry Association members are saying about the new product data management system that will streamline sales activities for the run specialty channel in the article in the inaugural edition of Runstyle magazine by Formula4. #RIA #runningindustryassociation #formula4running
$ave time with the all-new RIA Product Data Collaborative. “With a centralized data-sharing platform, brands will be able to spend more time thinking about what drives the business and less time consumed with reacting to requests for information. Sales reps, who have a number of competing priorities, will be able to spend more time working with accounts to find ways to support their business at a local level versus making sure they have the latest line lists.” Paul Perrone Implus, a family of brands such as Balega, TriggerPoint, Spenco, and RockTape Learn how to $ave time with the all-new RIA Product Data Collaborative See Link in Bio #PDC #RIA #runningindustryassociation
One of the RIA’s core missions is to inform and raise awareness, and for this year’s National Run Safety Month, we feel it is important to recognize there are different experiences surrounding run safety that we have not yet explored. While topics like visibility, situational awareness, and self-defense remain important to the concept of run safety, this year we're exploring an important new direction, in keeping with the RIA’s support of DEI initiatives. Specifically, the RIA is expanding the 2023 NRSM conversation with an examination of what run safety means for the BIPOC community, with multiple points of view designed to help members better understand the challenges BIPOC runners face. Our goal is to foster conversations on the path toward substantive action and productive solutions. Thanks to @unseenrunclub for the insight. #unseenrunclub #RIA #runningindustryassociation Learn What Safety Means for BIPOC Runners by reading our recent article on our site and in the Pulse newsletter for October.
Did you catch this month's review from Executive Director Terry Schalow? Be sure to catch in your inboxes or on our site, he's got some great wisdom to share! #RIA #runningindustryassociation
More customers than ever are considering the environmental impacts of their purchases. As retailers in an industry that depends on outdoor spaces and the quality of the environment, we must take our responsibility to the planet and our customers seriously. That is why we at the Low Impact Alliance have been hard at work over the last year to improve our industry’s record on sustainability and prepare for the future. See link in bio for full article #RIA #runningindustryassociation #lia #lowimpactalliance
Part two of our recent member survey asked our retailers to tell us about who their customers are, why they’re buying running products, what their running habits are, and what activities they participate in. The answers may not be surprising to most of our members, but they do reveal opportunities. See link in Bio for full article #RIA #runningindustryassociation
Matt and Aimee Balzer opened @renorunningcompany on September 20, 2011. The pair built the company specifically to cater to the unique needs of northern Nevada’s active lifestyle community. With three store locations and an online shopping portal, Reno Running began using Upper Quadrant Cadence to understand its sales trends better about a year ago. https://runningindustry.org/news/ria-benchmarks-in-action #ria #runningindustryassociation #renorunningco #upperquadrant
Retailers' Perspectives on Emerging Brands Part 3 - In this final article in a three-part series, three Running Industry Association members share insights and observations about how brands gain traction in stores and evaluate brand performance. https://runningindustry.org/resources/point-of-view/retailers-perspectives-on-emerging-brands-part-3 #RIA #runningindustryassociation
More than 90% of consumers, possibly up to 97%, find local businesses through online searches, according to a variety of technology companies. Rob Anderson of the Run Free Project, an RIA associate member providing online commerce solutions on platforms for run specialty retailers, was skeptical of that statistic when he first heard it. But, then he observed his family picking out a restaurant while on vacation. Their search started online. Thinking about his habits and observing others, he realized how accurate the statistic is for today’s consumers. https://runningindustry.org/news/the-key-to-attracting-first-time-customers #RIA #runningindustryassociation #runfreeproject
We welcome to the RIA new brand member @vjshoesusa! VJ shoes were born in the dense forests of Finland almost 40 years ago from a need for a better shoe for the rough and slippery terrain. Making shoes for orienteering and other extreme athletes, VJ shoes proved themselves with exceptional durability, superior grip, and high quality. Today, VJ shoes continue those standards with cutting-edge technology, the latest materials and uncompromising values to produce shoes with the best grip on the planet. https://runningindustry.org/resources/brands/vj-shoes?highlight=WyJ2aiJd #RIA #runningindustryassociation
In the first of a three-part series detailing RIA member’s thoughts on the business climate in the Run Specialty Channel, we’re taking a look at how business is shaping up as we pass the halfway mark in 2023 and look to close out another record year of growth. So far the news is good, with 74% of our members reporting their first half year of business to be single or double digit growth over the same period in the prior year, with an additional 12% reporting over 20% growth compared to 2022. A bullish outlook prevails for the back half of 2023 as well, with a whopping 90% of respondents projecting single to double digit growth to close out the year. Not surprisingly, footwear is driving the growth figures, with a vast majority of retailers reporting at least 79% of their sales being driven by the category. What some may find surprising is that accessory sales are seen as contributing secondarily to growth, ahead of apparel. Specifically, 30% of respondents feel that accessories will lead their growth, compared to 14% who feel that apparel will be the key driver. https://runningindustry.org/resources/research/ria-retailer-survey-results-part-1 #RIA #runningindustryassociation #bythenumbers
Have you heard of the RIA Product Data Collective (PDC)? If not you'll want to know as we gear up for the launch of this amazing collaborative tool. Our board member, Lance Muzslay, has provided this great overview. Be sure to tune in, and then be sure to find out more! https://youtu.be/jB1fnkkGSAw #PDC #ProductDataCollaborative #RIA #runningindustryassociation
The RIA Pulse for August just hit the "stands" today, be sure to check your inbox to find out more. The update from our Executive Director, Terry Schalow, brings us all up to speed on the importance of collaboration. The all new RIA Product Data Collective is growing into an amazing tool to ease that much needed collaborative effort. Find out more! https://runningindustry.org/news/update-from-ria-executive-director #PDC #productdatacollaborative #ria #runningindustryassociation
“We don’t compete with U.S. stores. We compete with the landfills.” -Moe Hachem We are so grateful to be published on @runningindustryassociaton 🙌 Thank you! To check out the article, go to runningindustry.org/news
Conversation with Jonathan Barachowitz, Marathon Sports Accessories Product Manager: The staff of Marathon Sports checks Upper Quadrant Benchmarks on a regular schedule, which is helping increase transparency and business insights across its network of 21 stores in three states. Find out about how RIA Benchmarks can grow your business and how to partner with Upper Quadrant. https://runningindustry.org/news/ria-benchmarks-in-action-july-2023 #runningindustryassociation #RIA #RIABenchmarks
Love what you do. . . Love building. Love creating. Love growing. Love collaborating. Love connecting. . . In a world that has been through so much in recent years, for many personally, professionally and of course societally there has needed to be a reset, a refocus on what is important and a preparedness to build on old principles with new ideas. . . People are at its core. . . I am blessed (and caffeinated 😉) as well as lucky to be doing what I love, in an industry I love and with people that I love. . . . #runningindustryassociation #running #runningcommunity #blessed
RIA Member Shares Inspiring Story of Suicide Prevention Run: Over the past year, 605 Running Company General Manager Gregory Koch took part in organizing and participating in The 437 Project, a run across South Dakota for suicide prevention. Koch shared an inspiring video from the run and an introduction to one of the runners in a message sent to the RIA Think Tank. https://runningindustry.org/news/ria-member-shares-inspiring-story-of-suicide-prevention-run #RIA #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #runformentalhealth
SGB Media features RIA Executive Director’s Industry Insights: RIA Executive Director Terry Schalow shared insights about the growing benefits and use of data tools in running store operations, during a recent interview with SGB Media. Read Schalow’s comments in the article, titled “RIA Report: Running Specialty Sees Solid Gains In 2022,” from the Jan 26, 2023 post on the online SGB Executive. https://runningindustry.org/news/ria-report-running-specialty-sees-solid-gains-in-2022 #RIA #runningindustryassociation
At the RIDC, we understand that diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism work in running is the never-ending ultramarathon with no medals. It's a journey of learning and unlearning in our pursuit of progress, both on an individual and a team/brand/store basis. Read more about the nonprofit organization’s work and highlights from its progress in 2022, from a recent RIDC blog post shared on the RIA website. https://runningindustry.org/news/goodbye-2022-this-work-is-hard-and-it-s-worth-it-from-ridc #ridc #ria #runningindustryassociation
Grateful for our partnership with SGB Online to help us spread the word on important trends in the run specialty channel. We appreciate the article featuring insights from our Executive Director, Terry Schalow, and encourage you to read more here. https://sgbonline.com/ria-report-running-specialty-sees-solid-gains-in-2022/ #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #runningindustryassocation
Time to get ready for the RIA’s member summit in Chicago, better known as Runchella. The fourth annual event, slated for May 8-11, will feature member-driven, ROI-maximizing session options for all attendees - whether they be owners, general managers, buyers, or key staff. Get up to speed on this year’s event and mark your calendars for January 24. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up early. #runchella #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty
Take your RIA Membership to the next level with Upper Quadrant Cadence, sign up before the end of the year to maximize your experience with free premium level service for 2022. Plus RIA membership always includes the Benchmarks report. Join now. #RIA #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty
Heading to The Running Event? On Tuesday November 29 at 11:15am, please grab your lunch and join the RIA in Ballroom G for an introduction to powerful new benefits that you’ll definitely want to hear about. Please join us to learn more. Open to members and non-members, all are welcome to join. #RIA #runningindustryassociation #TRE #runspecialty #Austin
First introduced in 2021 to the Run Specialty industry, UQ Cadence is a data-sharing platform that uncovers timely sales and inventory insights that can be used right away. Over the past year, you’ve seen the Weekly RIA Benchmark emails, but are you taking full advantage of everything UQ Cadence has to offer? Join the RIA on November 16 for a UQ Cadence tutorial focused on all Run Specialty reporting. We will cover a range of topics to enhance your retail game. Register now: https://runningindustry.org/resources/webinars Moderated by Coleman Conley from Upper Quadrant, this webinar will facilitate discussions on the future of retailer and brand collaboration. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss! #RIA #runningindustryassociation #upperquadrant #data #runspecialty
If you didn't catch this great RIA Member benefit in last week's Pulse, we wanted to be sure to point it out. An amazing tool at a special price! Thanks Upper Quadrant! #RIA #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #upperquadrant
The RIA is thrilled to help promote the mission of RIDC not only on Global Running Day, but every day. We are excited to be a part of helping our members navigate this important cause. Thanks @runningdiversity for leading the way! #GlobalRunningDay and #Running4Diversity #RIA #runningindustryassociation
Excited to be in Chicago with @runningindustryassociation educating some amazing Run Specialty Stores at #runchella #runningindustryassociation
KINeSYS is at Runchella in Chicago! We are so honoured to be one of seven emerging brands invited to Runchella 2022, the @runningindustryassociation membership summit. The RIA's sole purpose is to drive the running industry forward. Passionate about supporting the running community and developing the business of its members, RIA succeeds through collaboration, education, advocacy, innovation, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. 📸Lisa and Wade Heggie, owners of KINeSYS #ria #runningindustryassociation #run #runner #runnersofinstagram #runchella #kinesysactive #kinesyssunscreen
A little shower didn’t stop our loyal members from trying out some amazing products from @saucony. Thanks for the run! #ria #runningindustryassociation #runchella
Thanks to @currex_usa for sponsoring happy hour yesterday. A great chance to connect after an insightful day of programming! #runchella #ria #runningindustryassociation
@saucony demo run got a bit wet and certainly windy 😁 #runchella #ria #runningindustryassociation #legendsrunningshop #runforgood
Another day of awesome programming is about to start in Chicago. #ria #runningindustryassociation
Amazing way to start the day! Thanks to @asics for the support and great demos. Couldn’t have asked for a better morning run! #ria #runningindustryassociation
If you missed the RIA's most recent Webinar, The Power of POS, we've got you covered. You can review this lively conversation that examined the many benefits of POS sharing, including market intelligence, buying insights, peer sharing, and account management. https://runningindustry.org/resources/webinars/the-power-of-pos #runningindustryassociation #ria #data #pos
@redrockrunningcompany owner, Mark Jimenez, taught high school math for 23 years before entering the run specialty industry, so he has an affinity for numbers and statistics. RRRC started using Cadence after Runchella in September, and it has been instrumental in evaluating how they stack up against their peers in the run specialty channel. Learn more about Cadence in Action: https://runningindustry.org/news/ria-weekly-snapshots-in-action #ria #runningindustryassociation #uq #upperquadrant
By most accounts, 2021 was one of the greatest years the run specialty channel has ever seen. Considering that total sales exceeded 2020 by close to 30% (and beat 2019 by over 20%) the channel achieved virtually unheard of growth. With a strong start in January, 2022 seems to be following suit. Yet challenges remain; supply chain continues to be an issue, inflation is challenging discretionary spending, and global unrest may bring about negative economic impacts. So instead of a celebratory attitude among our member stores and brands, the channel is wisely shoring up its defenses by focusing on how to get better at, well, just about everything. For instance, stores are improving buying efficiencies with the new tools coming available, implementing targeted marketing strategies, and curating product assortments that entice customers to shop in their stores. The RIA will focus on each of these elements in 2022, with data and information being the key drivers for member support. For example, many of the stores who signed up for our newest benefit, RIA Weekly Snapshots powered by Cadence, are seeing remarkable results. In addition, this spring we’ll take you through a series of webinars and informational reports to form a forward-thinking narrative that will culminate in workshops and brand meetings at Runchella, May 16-19 in Chicago. This is an event planned by,and exclusively for,RIA members. We’ll move away from lectures and panel discussions, and instead offer hands-on learning in workshop formats and peer sharing sessions each morning, with brand sessions each afternoon. Runchella is your show, your way…sign up for the programming that benefits you most, and schedule time with the brands that drive your business. In the coming weeks we’ll be providing specifics on how retailers and brands can participate, and for a sneak peak, we’ve included details in this issue of the RIA Pulse Newsletter. We’re looking forward to doing our part to support another productive and successful year for the run specialty channel, and we invite you to come along with us. #ria #runningindustryassociation #running #runspecialty #runspecialtyshop
Join us for this not-to-miss webinar: Cadence In Action: Leaderboards featuring Charm City Run, RunningLab, Skinny Raven, and RunningCo. Explore how these retailers use data-driven coaching to increase email capture rate and average transaction value. Open to all retailers! Link to register in Bio. #runningindustryassociation #upperquadrant #runspecialty #runningstore #data #webinar
While we couldn’t make it in person last December to accept this award, we were thrilled to see what the mail delivered this week. Thanks @runningindustryassociation for popping this in the mail. Here’s to making 2022 even better. #bestrunningstores2021 #crr_thursdaystrong #grateful #runningindustryassociation
On behalf of the team at the Running Industry Association, wishing you & yours a happy Holiday Season and a successful New Year! #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #runningforholidays
We are live on @linkedin ✅ & RIA website live today 17th January 2022! We are so proud to be bringing RIA to the UK & Ireland. Amazing Running Industry support & we have launched today showcasing 45 RIA Foundation Members & 5 RIA Alliance Partners. The HUGE support we have received is appreciated! Thank you everyone. #runningindustry #runningindustryalliance #runningindustryassociation #b2b #weareone #running #industry #sportsbusiness #association #membership #thegatheringconference
Want to learn more about our amazing new benchmarking tool brought to RIA members in partnership with @upper_quadrant? Watch the informative webinar we've posted to learn lots more about this awesome new member benefit. Non-members can have a free trial as well. Find out more: https://runningindustry.org/.../webi.../benchmarking-webinar #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #benchmarking
Run Specialty Benchmarking Webinar- October 27 at 3pm Eastern. Answer the age old question, “How am I doing?”. Join the RIA and Upper Quadrant for our Run Specialty Benchmarking Webinar to learn about key performance metrics and how to compare your stores’ metrics against the industry. RIA members can now sign up for these weekly snapshots via your inbox or login to Upper Quadrant Cadence platform. Get the skinny in this short/sweet presentation and discussion. Open to members and non-members, register at: https://runningindustry.org/resources/webinars/benchmarking-webinar #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #benchmarking #upperquadrant
Fresh off a trip to Denver, Stephanie and Tara are back in action in store! After a few days learning and talking to peers @runningindustryassociation “Runchella” event, we are more excited than ever for the future of the running community! Stop by to chat and shop until 6pm. 😁💚👟 #runningindustryassociation #runchella #denverco #strideschool
So thankful to all of our customers, supporters, small business neighbors and vendor partners who helped us get to this place in time. We’ll share the stage with 59 other specialty run shops from across the country in December to bring home this award. We unlock the door at the beginning each day hoping to make a positive difference with every customer because with out all of you there is no us :) #bestrunningstores2021 #runningindustryassociation
How to get the most from the RIA Freight Discount program - New discounts, New options Join us Wednesday July 14 at 1:00pm ET Since the RIA Freight Discount Program was launched three years ago, RIA members have saved an average of $6000 annually. When you join the RIA, you can take advantage of our freight discount program and immediately recoup your $450 annual membership dues. There is NO catch and NO fine print. Just sign up and save. Seriously, when it comes to 'no brainer' decisions, this is at the top of the list! Want to learn more? The RIA is inviting non-members to join us on July 14 at 1pm Eastern for the latest in our Webinar Wednesday series. You'll get a recap on how you can maximise your freight savings, take advantage of our freight support services, rate shop your e-commerce shipments, and hear what other retailers have to say about the program. Don't miss it. Your bottom line will thank you! https://runningindustry.org/index.php?option=com_civicrm&task=civicrm/event/register&reset=1&id=368 #runningindustryassociation #parcelmanagement #specialtyrunningstore
💥 We are delighted to announce Bartold Clinical has partnered as associates with the largest industry representative body in specialist running in the USA - 'The Running Industry Association (RIA)'! 💥 🏃♂️ The RIA’s sole purpose is to drive the running industry forward. The RIA does this by helping members maintain healthy, profitable businesses through financial benefits, innovative commerce tools, advocacy, strategic partnerships, and peer support. The RIA host a number of membership groups including running brands and running specialist retail across the USA. 🌎 Bartold Clinical's Simon and Paul would like to thank the Board of RIA and especially Executive Officer, Terry Schalow, who is a major driver of the initiative. We look forward to providing a series of informative evidence-based educational events to assist the RIA with their agenda, kicking off with Simon's webinar which is THE LARGEST by participation hosted by the RIA to date. 💻 To watch the webinars, visit the link in bio! 👆 #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #running . . . #runningshoes #podiatry #instaruners #supershoes #injuryprevention #dptstudent #pt #fisioterapia #physio #terryschalow #biomechanics #runningshoes #athleticfootwear #sportsmedicine #asics #nike #adidas #newbalance #mizuno #361usa #footwearnews #sneakernews #sneakercommunity #nikerunners #biomechanics
Bartold Clinical presents: Running Shoe Research in 2021: What's new? Running shoe design has been dominated by 2 great paradigms over the past 40 years, that of cushioning and of motion control. But, do these paradigms stand up to scientific scrutiny? May 19 at 4:30pm ET Register online now! #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #bartoldclinical
💥 ❗ 𝑶𝑷𝑬𝑵 𝑨𝑪𝑪𝑬𝑺𝑺 𝑭𝑶𝑹 𝑬𝑽𝑬𝑹𝒀𝑶𝑵𝑬 𝑻𝑶 𝑳𝑰𝑺𝑻𝑬𝑵 ❗ 💥 ⠀ ⠀ A FANTASTIC episode of SHOEphoria! Listeners are treated to one of the best brains in the industry... Terry Schalow! Terry is one of the most knowledgeable people in the industry, in relation to not only footwear, but footwear retail, and retailers. ⠀ ⠀ Previously working with ASICS America, Terry's executive roles included business unit management and product development in the performance running footwear category. ⠀ ⠀ Terry spills some fresh insights into an ever-changing landscape of delivering running products to the end-user. He is now the Executive Director of the @runningindustryassociation , a trade organization dedicated to supporting run specialty stores in the US and Canada. We discuss: ⠀ ⠀ ✔ What it was like working for ASICS? ⠀ ✔ What COVID-19 did for retail in the USA? ⠀ ✔ What has impressed Terry the most in the past 2 years? ⠀ ✔ Much more! ⠀ ⠀ Got any questions you'd like to ask Terry Schalow, or us at Bartold Clinical? Leave a comment below and we'll fill you in! 📢💬❕❕❕ ⠀ ⠀ Listen via the link in bio! ☝ ⠀ ⠀ #terryschalow #asics #sportsscience ⠀ . ⠀ . ⠀ . ⠀ #runningindustryassociation #runningindustry #athleticfootwear #footweardesign #sneakergame #sneakercommunity #podologo #sportsphysiotherapist #professionalathletes #shoedesign #asicsrunning #footwearnews #shoeretailer #worlderunners #asicsamerica #chiro #podiatrist #conceptkicks #igsneakerhead #runningcanada
Webinar Wednesday- March 31 at 1pm EDT features Holly Weise from 3Dots Design: Moving Past Covid with your Virtual Merchandising! As in-store traffic increases, let’s apply what we’ve learned to keep customers coming back! Join us for a presentation and Q/A to learn about some of the most common merchandising adjustments we’re seeing at retail as we move past restrictive COVID requirements. Which trends are here to stay and how can they apply to your store? Register for this member only webinar via the RIA Portal- free with your membership! #runningindustryassociation #specialtyrunning #visualmerchandising
The RIA is excited to introduce a new series of webinars designed to keep our members up-to-date on relevant channel topics. Webinar Wednesdays will be educational and informational, and our plan is to cover a wide variety of topics. That includes upcoming sessions on diversity, customer engagement, post-COVID visual merchandising, shoe technology and performance, and much more! We will also sprinkle in a few that are just for fun. So be sure to tune in on Wednesdays for these engaging presentations followed by a lively discussion on the topic. And don’t worry, if the time doesn’t work for you, they will be recorded and accessible on the RIA Member Portal. Some will be webinars, some panel discussions, but all will be great tools to keep up to date on trends and best practices - for you and your entire staff. A few members plan to utilize webinars as staff meetings on a regular basis. That is fantastic! This is a powerful mechanism for training and continued education for your team. All you have to do is register for the webinars and panel discussions you find interesting. It's all free with your membership! Check out schedule online! First up is 3Dots Design: Moving Past Covid with your Virtual Merchandising #runningindustryassociation #specialtyrunningstore #learningaboutrunningstores
If you missed the webinar- Social Media Trends for 2021, no worries it's online and ready to view at any time! Members needs to login to access this great content brought to you by Promoboxx . https://runningindustry.org/resources/webinars #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #runningtrends
Sharing an interview with RIA's Executive Director, Terry Schalow, that was featured in SGB Executive, highlighting the specialty run channel's shift to omnichannel service in light of the new selling environment. Check it out on our "news" section- https://runningindustry.org/news #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty
Register now! March 3@ 1pm EST. Social media trends for 2021! #runningindustryassociation
The RIA is pleased to release the results from the 4th installment in our series of retailer surveys. Over 100 retailers weighed in on three key topics: 2020 sales results, their outlook for 2021 spring/fall, and the impact of ecommerce on their overall sales strategies. The numbers show just how resilient the run specialty channel has proven to be, with the majority of stores reporting sales that either exceeded, or were within 10% of their 2019 sales numbers. This is just one of many interesting statistics that the survey revealed. Find all the details on our website, link in bio. #runningindustryassociation #runningspecialty #runningretailer #runspecialty #retailrunningsurvey
Last chance! Our retailer survey closes 2/21 at 8p ET. Don’t miss this chance to give us your feedback. Link is on our website. Thanks in advance! #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #runningindustry
Retailers- This survey is the fourth in our series of quarterly retailer surveys designed to provide important information on the state of the run specialty community as we navigate the COVID-19 crisis. This information will allow the RIA to better understand the challenges our retail members face, and tailor our support efforts accordingly. The survey has four sections and will take about 10 minutes to complete. Survey link is in Bio and on our site, we encourage you all to share your thoughts! #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty #smallbusinesssupport #supportyourlocalrunningstore
The RIA (Running Industry Association) voted for new members to the 2021 Board of Directors, adding five new directors to replace an equal number of departing directors. Retail Seats Daniel Greenhalgh, Skinny Raven Ross Martinson – Philadelphia Runner Trey Vernon – Manhattan Running Company Brand Seat Ted Goodlake – On Associate Seat Scott Rakestraw – Upper Quadrant The new group of Board members to be seated will join the following current board members that will continue through 2021, including: Jeanie Beaver – West Stride John Benedict – Playmakers Kathy Dalby – Pacers Ken Larsheid – Running Lab Bob Kennedy – Athletic Annex Dustin Pearce – Run Hub Northwest Joe Toth – Saucony The following current Board directors’ terms will expire at year-end. RIA sincerely appreciates the contributions these individuals made to the RIA. Each brought a unique skill set that added to a well-rounded and productive group, and it has truly been a pleasure to work with them: Retail Seats Donny Forsyth, Charlotte Running Company Nick Stanko, Ann Arbor Running Company Christie Beth Adams, Fleet Feet Nashville Brand Seat Hugh Gaither, Feetures Associate Seat Jason Becker, RICS #runningindustryassociation #runspecialty
On behalf of the team at the Running Industry Association, wishing you and yours a happy and healthy Holiday Season, and the New Year kicks off to a successful 2021. #runningindustryassociation #runspecialtyshop #runforchristmas
RIA Brand Showcase is up and running...an amazing tool for your buying season. Be sure to check it out https://runningindustry.org/brands we've got more brands and new information all the time! #runningindustryassociation #runningspecialty #shopsmart
Have you heard about the all new RIA Brand Showcase? With buying season upon us it's an awesome tool. Check out this quick video that walks you through how easy it is to use! https://youtu.be/PToGM5_6Aw4 #runningindustryassociation #ria #specialtyrunshop
RIA has our finger on the PULSE of the specialty running industry...and we are sharing that with you! Be sure to check out our brand new newsletter The Pulse- full of awesome content and updates! https://runningindustry.org/index.php?option=com_civicrm&task=civicrm/mailing/view&id=367&reset=1 #runningindustryassociation #ria #runspecialty
BE PROTECTED! @underarmour masks are a great way to stay healthy while running during a pandemic. Find out tips and tricks.https://runningindustry.org/national-running-safety-month.. #maskup #runbright #runningindustryassociation
National Run Safety Month has been rolling along, with lots of great tips. Check out all the super helpful tips. https://runningindustry.org/national-running-safety-month #runningindustryassociation #RIA #runsafe
You spoke and we listened. With a single login you now get exclusive access to this one-stop source for brand go-to-market content. For the current selling season, you can get buyers information, brand marketing assets and product tech information in two ways - by brand or by topic. Working closely with the top brands in the channel, this will be an organic tool that continues to grow with each season - making it a valuable, ongoing resource for you! Login to the portal then connect to https://runningindustry.org/brands #runningindustryassociation #RIA #runbrands