NBDA Retailer Summit Expands to a 3-Day Event in Bentonville, Arkansas, with New Retailer Summit E-Mobility Day

Save the Date: May 20-22, 2025 | Bentonville, Arkansas

The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) is excited to announce the expansion of its third annual Retailer Summit, set to take place from May 20-22, 2025, in Bentonville, Arkansas. This year’s summit will feature a new Retailer Summit E-Mobility Day on May 22nd, focusing on the rapidly growing e-bike market. The summit will bring together 150 retailers and suppliers to discuss best practices, strategies for growth, and insights into emerging trends like e-mobility.

The 2025 NBDA Retailer Summit theme, “Building a New Culture of Excellence and Financial Success,” will guide the summit’s discussions on profitability, innovation, and long-term sustainability. With expert-led panels, workshops, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain the knowledge and tools to tackle the challenges and opportunities in the evolving cycling industry, especially as e-bikes continue to gain momentum.

“Nothing replaces in-person connection,” said Heather Mason, NBDA President. “The Retailer Summit is a powerful opportunity for retailers to engage closely with suppliers, form meaningful relationships, and address the most important issues in our industry. This year, we’re adding a Retailer Summit E-Mobility Day to ensure we’re leading the way forward in this rapidly expanding category. The summit is a key catalyst for growth and innovation.”

The Bentonville Bike Fest is once again collaborating with the NBDA Retailer Summit. The two events will unite for this E-Mobility Day, with Bentonville Bike Fest offering consumers the chance to explore e-bike products and technologies. This exciting partnership will continue into the weekend, when the Bentonville Bike Fest will host its three-day festival of cycling events, bringing vendors and consumers together to celebrate biking culture.

E-Mobility Day offers something for everyone! Summit attendees can demo a wide variety of e-bikes, including cargo bikes, commuter models, step-through e-bikes, and speed pedelecs. Enjoy free general admission, live music, thrilling speed trials featuring the world’s best trials riders, and expert-led talks on how e-bikes can enhance your life. Visit sponsor booths, join guided bike path tours, or simply soak in the vibrant energy of Bentonville’s cycling culture.

Bentonville Bike Fest founder Kenny Belaey: “E-mobility is shaping the future of cycling so I’m beyond excited to add this event to the Bentonville Bike Fest program!”

Seeking Sponsors

The NBDA is currently seeking partners and sponsors for the 2025 NBDA Retailer Summit and NBDA Retailer Summit E Mobility Day. Sponsorship offers unique opportunities to showcase your brand to a highly engaged audience of industry retailers and suppliers. Sponsors will receive prominent exposure at the event, including a dedicated space at the Summit Expo, exclusive networking opportunities, and visibility across all event materials. NBDA Retailer Summit Sponsors will also receive discounts to enter in both the Downtown Bentonville Bike Fest E-Mobility Expo on May 22nd and the 2025 Bentonville Bike Fest main outdoor tradeshow at the festival site. By becoming a sponsor, your brand can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the cycling industry, while connecting directly with key decision-makers and fostering lasting relationships.

Why Attend

The NBDA Retailer Summit is an annual event designed to unite the cycling industry’s leading retailers and suppliers to foster collaboration, share insights, and address critical issues affecting the specialty bike retail business. The 2025 summit is more than just an event – it’s a gathering of the industry to best position us all forward with collaboration, and expert-led workshops, ensuring retailers and suppliers are equipped to thrive in an evolving industry.

Register Today!

Retailers, suppliers, and industry partners are encouraged to register now to participate in this dynamic event. For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to register, visit our Retailer Summit page.