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It can be frustrating (and expensive) to learn every business lesson the hard way – which is why we founded Outdoor Business Alliance, a network of collaborative and supportive outdoor business leaders sharing resources and ideas.

Thriving together.

By joining the OBA, you’ll gain the ability to amplify your business with marketing opportunities, pooled resources, shared knowledge, and supply chain networks in your own backyard. 

And you can have fun doing it. No stuffed shirts here — just a group of business leaders willing to learn from each other and help one another as we continue to make WNC the outdoor industry hub of the East.

Membership Types & Description:

Outdoor Industry Member 

Outdoor-focused businesses, non-profits, and individuals located or connected within the Western North Carolina region. These may include Product Manufacturers, Gear/Bicycle Retailers, Distributors, Outfitters, Conservation Organizations, Guide Services, Lodging, Camping, Independent Sales Reps, and more.

Supporting Member 

Non-outdoor-focused businesses, non-profits, and sole proprietors located or connected within the Western North Carolina region who wish to engage in the OBA network in support of our outdoor industry ecosystem. These may include Insurance, Media, PR, Legal, Craft Beverage, Tourism, Economic Development, and more.

Levels & Annual Dues:

Outdoor Industry 1.0 (Individuals & Pre-revenue)

  1. Individuals who work in the Outdoor Industry as manufacturer reps or hybrid/remote workers (i.e. you work remotely for a company that has no base/office/location in the WNC region, but you are located here).
  2. Pre-revenue outdoor businesses/non-profits (start-ups who are not in business yet, but plan to be in the next year).

*All other outdoor businesses/non-profits in operation, including sole proprietors, join at the Outdoor Industry 2.0 – 5.0 level per sliding scale revenue guidelines.

$100/yr

Outdoor Industry 2.0 – 5.0 (Business/Organization)

Businesses, non-profits, sole proprietors

Sliding Scale

2.0 – Annual Gross Revenue < $100,000
2.5 – Annual Gross Revenue    $100K – $500K
3.5 – Annual Gross Revenue    $500K – $1M
4.5 – Annual Gross Revenue    $1M – $5M
5.5 – Annual Gross Revenue > $5M

$200/yr
$250/yr
$350/yr
$450/yr
$550/yr

Supporting Member

Non-outdoor industry businesses, non-profits, and sole proprietors

Sliding Scale

1.0 – Annual Gross Revenue < $100,000
2.0 – Annual Gross Revenue    $100K – $1M
3.0 – Annual Gross Revenue > $1M

$150/yr
$350/yr
$550/yr

Member Benefits: 

When we survey members, the top two benefits listed are network connections and belonging to a larger community of outdoor industry professionals.  The value of membership is extended across your entire organization from leadership to part-time staff and includes:

  • Monthly networking events
  • Opportunities for collaboration 
  • Access to member only resources including discussion forum and pro deals/discounts
  • Job postings to the OBA Job Board
  • Professional development programming
  • Facilitated connections with economic development/partner organizations at local and state level
  • Booth at annual Get In Gear Fest (Outdoor Industry 2.0 – 5.0 only)
  • SEO and Online Exposure + Social media engagement
  • Mentor and advising opportunities
  • Public visibility highlighting your engagement and support for the WNC outdoor business community

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The Outdoor Business Alliance consists of Western North Carolina-based companies collaborating to share talents, encourage new ideas and inspire each other. Our member brands are dedicated to creating exceptional outdoor gear and experiences with a focus on responsible manufacturing, cutting edge innovation, and economic growth in our region.

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