The Big Gear Show taps Kenji Haroutunian as show director
The leadership team now includes former directors of Outdoor Retailer, Interbike, and Paddlesports Retailer for the multi-sport, hardgoods show.
The leadership team now includes former directors of Outdoor Retailer, Interbike, and Paddlesports Retailer for the multi-sport, hardgoods show.
The new consumer and trade event in Bend, Oregon, is the result of a divided bike and outdoor industry. Some say it has potential to fill a void; others say a national trade show is still needed.
At the helm for nearly a decade, he's stepping down as executive vice president.
The merge comes after the cancellation of this year's Interbike.
The two options include combining with Outdoor Retailer in Denver.
The largest bicycle trade show in North America is on hold.
One of Outdoor Retailer's sister trade shows will relocate from Las Vegas to Reno, Nevada, next year.