The bi-annual Eastern Outdoor Reps Association regional trade show is underway in Greenville, SC with nearly 100 reps and manufacturers in attendance. In addition, Outdoor Industry Association hosted an introductory presentation on the organization’s most recent research and data designed to help retailers identify macro and micro economic trends that could impact their business.

According to many reps on the floor, this regional show offers the opportunity to discuss orders and product in a more relaxed, one-on-one environment.
Debbie Motz, EORA’s executive director said that she was pleased with the turn-out and the atmosphere on the floor.

This was the first show the EORA has held since they introduced a new concept preview show which took place before Outdoor Retailer, on July 11-13, at the Double Tree Hotel in Asheville, NC. This preview show focused mainly on the larger apparel brands while the more recent Greenville show was open to the entire industry.