“Where global sports leaders meet to shape the future of the sports industry”
 
The ISPO Leaders Summit is a future-focused gathering of c-suite and senior executives from across the outdoor, winter sports and sporting goods ecosystem. This exclusive one-day event unites global decision-makers to address the most pressing issues shaping the industry – participation, sustainability and fair trade.
 

A Global Audience of Industry Leaders

Designed for c-suite executives, founders, directors, and policymakers, the Summit convenes the people defining the present and future of sport. Delegates include leading brands, retailers, media and regulators, ensuring every conversation spans the full value chain of the industry.

 

Content That Shapes the Industry

Through fireside chats, plenaries and panels led by global pioneers, the programme delivers actionable insights across three core tracks:
  • Outdoor Sports – exploring the future of outdoor recreation, sustainability and market growth.
  • Sporting Products – addressing innovation, participation and evolving global dynamics.
  • Winter Sports – focusing on climate impact, business transformation and growth in snow and mountain sports.
The content is forward-thinking, relevant, and designed to inspire strategic action. It also provides essential networking opportunities for the key conversations to be had around the topics that matter most to the industry.
 

The Strategic Gateway to ISPO 2026

Positioned on the day before the trade show opens, the Summit sets the tone for ISPO 2026 and ensures industry professionals have the insight, context and network needed to navigate the exhibition with purpose.
 

Why Attend

The ISPO Leaders Summit is the essential platform for senior leaders in the sporting goods and outdoor industries. It offers:
 
  • Direct access to global decision-makers and innovators.
  • Insight into the trends, issues and policies shaping the industry’s future.
  • A high-level platform for strategic networking and collaboration.
  • The opportunity to position your business at the forefront of industry transformation.