Raccoon Media Group, organisers of ISPO 2026 the world’s most influential trade event for the sporting goods, outdoor and winter sports industries have announced that buyers can register their interest in the hosted buyer programme for this year’s show. With more than 280 exhibitors already confirmed, ISPO 2026 will be held at RAI Amsterdam on 3–5 November 2026.
Part of a €3 million investment programme designed to strengthen both the commercial and cultural foundations of the event, the hosted buyer programme is a €1 million strategic investment to strengthen ISPO’s global impact and commercial outcomes. The ISPO Hosted Buyer Programme2026 is designed to attract globally significant retailers, distributors and decision-makers.
The programme is ideally suited to retailers, e-commerce, distributors/wholesalers, buying groups and brands actively involved in procurement decisions. Programme participation typically includes pre-event qualification, structured engagement opportunities and exposure to high-value industry connections.
Selected participants will enjoy a premium event experience, networking with peers, finding out what’s hot and what’s not in the market, and being hosted at the ISPO Expo and invited to take part in brand activations and fringe evening events as part of their stay.
By offering a structured, efficient and cost-effective process curated to individual requirements, the programme removes barriers and empowers hosted buyers to connect directly with key brands and suppliers in one place.
Early strength of industry support for the ISPO 2026 Hosted Buyer Network is indicated by confirmed participation from two major retail partners INTERSPORT and Ellis Brigham.
An exclusive, invitation-only C-Suite ISPO Leaders’ Summitwill take place on the 3rd November at The Auditorium, RAI Amsterdam. Summit attendees already confirmed include: Jimmy Chin (Filmmaker and Mountaineer), Hap Klopp (Founder, The North Face), Professor Laura McAllister (Vice President of UEFA), Andy Rubin (Deputy Chair, Pentland Group), John Lacy (CEO, Burton) and Pia Heidenmark Cook (Former Group Chief Sustainability Officer Ingka/IKEA).
ISPO 2026 Hosted Buyer Director Sarah Arnold comments: “ISPO 2026 promises to be an immersive, inspiring and commercially vibrant gathering uniting the sporting and outdoor goods industry. We can’t wait to deliver a dedicated hosted programme that drives strong ROI for both exhibitors and attendees, and creates valuable opportunities to connect, network and do business.“
Suitable businesses can now register their interest in being part of the ISPO 2026 Hosted Buyer Programme. View the exciting programme of events and register for more information.
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