NBDA Plans Event Around International Women’s Day
The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) is excited to invite women of the bicycle industry to take part in a virtual networking event titled Women of the Bicycle Industry. The event taking place on Monday, March 8th will coincide with International Women’s Day. Those interested in attending can sign up to take part in the free event via the NBDA website.
“International Women’s Day is a perfect opportunity for us to invite collaboration and connection between Women in the industry. We hope this event is just the launchpad of many opportunities,” says NBDA President, Heather Mason.
The virtual event will provide an opportunity for introduction between ladies in the industry. Registrants will have a chance prior via an online survey to give feedback on topics or questions they would like to see the group talk about. The restricted platform will allow a place for real talk between women.
“Being a woman in the industry has its unique set of challenges,” says Mason. “I’m looking forward to providing a safe, welcoming place to bring those items forward and allow for much-needed feedback in a peer-to-peer environment. The conversations will be dynamic.”
The NBDA is encouraging all who identify as women, regardless of age, ethnicity, or background to attend. The event is open to shop owners, managers, staff, and industry professionals.
Rachelle Schouten, Development Director at the NBDA, said “Women in this industry should be celebrated, and I feel we have a lot to learn from each other. This gathering will be a great way to not only commiserate with one another but hopefully also to create new relationships with some inspiring women.”
Mason added “Gearing up to the event on Monday, we will be publishing Outspokin’ blogs highlighting interviews that Women’s Cycling has done with select women in the industry. There is so much diversity and unique paths to our industry. We look forward to celebrating them all and getting to know the women we work with better.”
For access to additional information on the event, or to join the NBDA or renew your membership online, visit NBDA.com. There are many free resources available to everyone, including the educational podcast, Bicycle Retail Radio.
To learn more about Heather Mason or request an interview, contact her directly at heather@nbda.com.
Questions about joining the NBDA? Contact Rachelle Schouten, Development Director, at Rachelle@NBDA.com.
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