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Here are some highlights from September 2017 Demo Day !

Supporting the Stand Up Paddle, Kayak & Canoe markets, Demo Day allows the retailer to ‘try it before you buy it’. The event gives manufacturers valuable face to face time with key retailers, and the opportunity to demo new boards, paddles and equipment and accessories.

See some attending brands and more:

Shuttle Service- 11:30am – 5:15pm

Shuttles will run every 30 minutes between Orange County Convention Center and Bill Fredrick Park, with the last departure from the OCCC at 4:00pm and the last departure from Turkey Lake at Bill Fredrick Park at 5:15pm.

Special Event at Demo Day:

SUPIA Industry Edge at Demo Day

• 9:00-9:30AM    Continental Breakfast and General Networking
• 9:30-9:45AM     Welcome
• 9:45-10:30AM  “Retailer Edge” Presented by Sue Cooper, Owner of Lazy Dog Adventures and Author of Millionaire in Flip Flops

Join SUP business leader, Sue Cooper of Lazy Dog Adventures, and fellow industry peers in a candid discussion around the state of paddlesports retail and service. Sue will share a collection of proven tactics that will help your business not only survive, but thrive in today’s “new normal” of consumer buying behavior.

10:30-11:30AM   Group “Retail Workshop” Discussion

11:30AM-12:00PM   General Networking

12:00-5:00PM   Surf Expo Demo Day (With SUP Ball at 3:00PM)

Supporting the Stand Up Paddle, Kayak & Canoe markets, Demo Day allows the retailer to ‘try it before you buy it’. The event gives manufacturers valuable face to face time with key retailers, and the opportunity to demo new boards, paddles and equipment and accessories.

3:00-4:00PM    SUP Ball at Surf Expo Demo Day

SUP, It’s not fun and games…wait, it is! Whether you are a weekend warrior or a casual enthusiast, Stand Up Paddleboarding is a safe and fun activity for all! Join fellow Industry peers in a friendly game of “SUP Ball” during Surf Expo Demo Day and experience just how versatile the Stand Up Paddling lifestyle can be.