Thursday, September 07, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Learning Lab: Navigating Surf Expo
  • Room: The Stage
Steven ‘Fish’ Fisher, Surf Expo Buyer Relations Manager  Surf Expo is a big show and can be a little intimidating, especially to a first-time attendee. Whether this is your first time, or if you just need a few pointers on handling your time and schedule. Please join us for a quick... Read More

Thursday, September 07, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Fashion Show: Resort/Swim
  • Room: The Stage

Thursday, September 07, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Learning Lab: Put Your Best Staff Forward
  • Room: The Stage
Dan Jablons of Retail Smart Guys   How to Hire, Train, and Fire - Finding, developing, and keeping a great sales staff is one of the most challenging elements of running a retail store. What are today’s successful retailers doing to get the best staff that help achieve... Read More

Thursday, September 07, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learning Lab: Educate, Incentivize, Optimize
  • Room: The Stage
Retailers are always looking for new ways to increase sales and increasing sales is highly dependent on the motivation and knowledge of your staff. In the current retail environment, where employee churn is at a record high, finding and retaining great staff who know their products and are motivated to sell... Read More

Thursday, September 07, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

BRA Retailer Gathering Happy Hour
  • Room: The Neighborhood, Booth 826
Location: The Neighborhood Lounge, Booth 826  Sponsored by: CohnReznick Join Board Retailers Association to celebrate as they continue their 20th Anniversary celebration with free beer courtesy of CohnReznick!  All specialty retailers are invited to join BRA board members, staff, supporting vendor partners and other specialty retailers to mix, mingle and toast to... Read More
Shoreline Lounge Happy Hour
  • Room: Shoreline Lounge, Booth 1933
Come for a beer and stay for the conversation. Beer will be served, while supplies last.* ...

Thursday, September 07, 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Fashion Show: Boardsports/Swim
  • Room: The Stage

Friday, September 08, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Learning Lab: Early-Stage Succession Planning for Retailers
  • Room: The Stage
There is a high cost to poor succession planning and many growing retail brands often fail to pay sufficient attention to their exit strategy. It is equally as important to focus on your exit as it is your growth goals. Join members of CohnReznick’s valuation and corporate assurance teams for... Read More

Friday, September 08, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Fashion Show: Resort/Swim
  • Room: The Stage

Friday, September 08, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Learning Lab: The Best Buyers Do These 5 Things
  • Room: The Stage
Dan Jablons of Retail Smart Guys   Buying for retail is not easy. There is a lot to analyze, a lot to watch, and a lot to do! In this informative seminar, Dan will reveal what the best buyers in the industry do to improve sales, create... Read More

Friday, September 08, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learning Lab: BRA Retailer Roundtable Panel Discussion
  • Room: The Stage
This helpful and relevant BRA Retailer Roundtable Panel Discussion will be moderated by BRA Chairman and owner of Modern Skate & Surf, George Leichtweis, and will feature specialty retailers from around the country as well as smart and resourceful retail consultants.  This incredible group of movers and shakers will address... Read More

Friday, September 08, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

BRA Retailer Gathering Happy Hour
  • Room: The Neighborhood, Booth 826
Location: The Neighborhood Lounge, Booth 826 Sponsored by: Order Monster   Join Board Retailers Association to celebrate as they continue their 20th Anniversary celebration with free beer courtesy of Order Monster!  All specialty retailers are invited to join BRA board members, staff, supporting vendor partners, and other specialty retailers to mix, mingle and... Read More
Shoreline Lounge Happy Hour
  • Room: Shoreline Lounge, Booth 1933
Come for a beer and stay for the conversation. Beer will be served, while supplies last.* ...

Friday, September 08, 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Fashion Show: Boardsports/Swim
  • Room: The Stage

Saturday, September 09, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Fashion Show: Resort/Swim
  • Room: The Stage

Saturday, September 09, 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Fashion Show: Boardsports/Swim
  • Room: The Stage