The KORE Outdoors Summit

Forge the future of outdoor gear with your fellow visionaries

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KORE Summit 2025

The KORE Outdoors Summit is Canada’s only conference dedicated to the outdoor rec-tech manufacturing and product design sector. It will be held October 2-3, 2025 at the Kimberley Alpine Resort’s Conference Centre in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia. Anyone interested in outdoor rec-tech manufacturing and product design in BC, Alberta, Pacific Northwest and the U.S. Western States are invited to attend.

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Meet the Speakers

Our lineup of inspiring speakers brings expertise from various fields. Learn from industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries.

Nicole Bassett

Lloyd Vogel

Tara Latham

Lindsay Housman

Ali Wines

Andy Bethune

Larry Sparks

Louise Pedersen

Jon Hoerauf

Seth Carlstrom

Paul Kelly

Robbie Roberts

Pete Hill

David Kenworthy

Justin Hick

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Who Should Attend?

The KORE Outdoors Summit is for anyone with a stake in the outdoor gear manufacturing and design industry, whether it’s through creating, promoting, managing, or dreaming.

Outdoor Gear Manufacturers
Product Designers
Economic Development Practitioners
Academic Technology Centres
Youth Interested in Gear Making
Investors
Industry Representatives
Government Professionals
Sustainability and Circularity Thinkers
Gear Geeks

Exclusive Member Perks

Actionable strategies for business growth.
Hands-on learning and industry insights.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with top brands and peers.

All-Inclusive Experience

Special sessions and access to resources. Meals, coffee breaks, and event materials provided.

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Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it. Those who attend the annual KORE Outdoors Summit go beyond “thumbs up” emojis and say many positive things about the event.

Every year we meet new contacts that are really helpful. We've met gear repair shops, fabric partners, and designers. The big one we worked with recently is a gear designer we worked wth for our new trekking poles, Cam Shute. He's been amazing and helped us solve some of the technical aspects.

Dan Durston

Founder, Durston Gear

Having an official resource to bring everyone together is so incredibly powerful. I left feeling very inspired and I want to bring more people here next year to be able to give this experience to so many entrepreneurs and brands I know who could really benefit from this kind of group problem solving.

Mallory Ottariano

Founder, Youer

Attending the KORE Summit as a business owner has helped me make so many connections in the industry. It has really helped me grow in valuable ways and short cut a lot of my growth. It was also really helpful to learn some of the things I didn't know I didn't know and understand where I'd need assistance.

Brent Firkser

Founder, GOSO Cookware

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The Schedule

A high-level view of the key sessions and events planned for each day.

Keynotes

Keynote: Tiny Brands Saving The Industry

There is an opening and closing keynote. The first is on how small companies will save the outdoor industry.

Socials

Campfire Social + Outdoor Connect

These two popular networking events return for 2025: bike, run, or hike (or go rock climbing) and then meet for dinner by the fire.

Workshops

Workshops + Plenaries

Experts and panelists will discuss everything from the discipline of design sprints to working with YouTube influencers to get your product seen.

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FAQs

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KORE Outdoors Summit Sponsorship

Sponsoring the KORE Outdoors Summit puts your brand at the forefront of Canada’s outdoor innovation scene. It’s a chance to connect with industry leaders, showcase your commitment to sustainability, and support a growing network of makers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries shaping the future of gear in the mountains that inspire it all.