Outdoor Industry Leadership SummitOutdoor Industry Leadership Summit
The Pikes Peak Outdoor Industry Leadership Summit convenes those providing leadership for the Pikes Peak region’s outdoors. This workshop-style event inspires, connects, and engages leaders with one another through exceptional speakers and forward-looking discussions.
2023 Industry Summit Is a Wrap!
Penrose House Conference Center
November 2nd, 9 AM – 1:30 PM
The 5th annual Pikes Peak Outdoor Industry Leadership Summit was held on November 2nd, at the Penrose House Conference Center! This workshop style event inspires, connects, and engages outdoor leaders with one another through exceptional speakers and forward-facing discussions. This year’s theme was centered around Creating an Outdoors for All- Today and Tomorrow. A full agenda provided ample time for both connecting and learning with one another through two large group panel discussions and five small group breakout session options. Over 100 outdoor industry leaders joined us for this 5th annual summit. We look forward to expanding and continuing to provide a regional event for our leaders to convene and connect!
View the 2023 Event Program and Details Below
Program Details: Breakfast Panel (9:20-10:05 AM) Accessible Outdoor Adventures
With much talk about making the outdoors more inclusive, there is also a lot of confusion about how to reach that lofty goal. Join our panel of experts from a broad range of perspectives as we dive into how the Pikes Peak region can collaborate to create a more inclusive outdoor experience for those with cognitive and physical disabilities, providing opportunities and resources to truly create an Outdoors for All!
Panelist Included:
- Theresa Odello, Recreation & Cultural Services Manager, El Paso County Parks
- Sheridan Powell, Communications Specialist, Visit Colorado Springs
- Kristy Cook, Accessible Adventures
- Allen Beauchamp, Trails and Open Space Coalition
Advocacy in Action: How to Move the NeedleHow to Move the Needle
Understand the outdoor industry initiatives being made at the regional, state and federal level. Discover ways to put your advocacy efforts into action to create an exceptional outdoor economy and inspire recreation opportunities and access for all while protecting our amazing natural resources for generations to come.
Building an Exceptional Outdoor Future:Recreation and Conservation Priorities
Come learn about progress being made on the Outdoor Pikes Peak Initiative regional planning effort! The project team will share on the process to date including; community engagement efforts, sub-committee focus groups, evaluation of management strategies, and proposed strategies for creating an exceptional outdoor future for the Pikes Peak region. Engage with the planning team with your questions and provide feedback on the process thus far.
Outdoor Pikes Peak Datahub:Your Resource for Outdoor Related Information
Explore the Outdoor Pikes Peak Datahub developed by University Of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) students and faculty. The purpose of the data dashboard is to communicate outdoor-related information to the public and community leaders of the Pikes Peak region for better understanding, recognition of value, and thoughtful fact-based planning and decision-making. Engage with the development team with your feedback and questions to make this a helpful resource to the region.
Learn how to utilize the datahub as a tool for you with a datahub walkthroughs on the following:
- Grant Writing: Socioeconomic and Recreation and Tourism Data
- Explore Regional Interactive Maps: Wildfire, Critical Habitat, Trailheads, Regional Plans, OPPI Focus Area and much more!
- Data at a Glance: Population Dat and Regional Demographic
- Relevant Regional Plans and Summaries
Customizing a Community Ethic:Messaging Strategies to Create a Culture of Stewardship
The need for a greater focus on environmental stewardship in our region is ramping up! How can we create a community-centered stewardship ethic and marketing strategy that works for the diverse organizations, businesses, and agencies that make up the Pikes Peak Region? Join this workshop-style discussion on regional stewardship initiatives and discover the small wins you can make for stewardship, today!
Summit Luncheon (12:00-1:00 PM)Facilitated Outdoor Recreation:An Open Discussion on the Many Facets of "Commercial Use"
The term “commercial use” means many things to various people. It’s a term in our master plans, agency directives, and recreation community. But what does it really mean to the resource, the community, and those desiring to use our public lands through hiring a service or professional? This diverse panel, from land managers to guides, will share their perspectives and maybe even challenge your thinking!
Panelists Included:
- David Leinweber, Owner, Angler’s Covey
- Christine Malmborg, Owner, Dragonfly Paddle Yoga
- Micah Rice, Race Director, Pikes Peak APEX
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Sponsors:
Devil's Playground Sponsors
Barr Camp Sponsors
Media Sponsors
