Informational Webinars

Paddlesports Industry’s Gold Standard – Best Practices: 2026 Implementation Plan

Missed the live session? Watch the replay of this important conversation as we review the outcomes from the 2025 PTC CoLab keynote, “Bridging the Gap – Developing and Finalizing the PTC Code of Ethics and Best Practices.” In this session, we unveil the 2026 industry-wide plan to implement Best Practices across Retailers, Brands, and Representatives, designed to:

✅ Increase participation and retention

✅ Improve profitability

✅ Strengthen the paddlesports ecosystem

Plus, hear key takeaways from the 2025 PTC CoLab event and see the clear direction for the path forward in building a stronger, more connected paddlesports industry.

Finding Steady Water: Industry Resilience in Uncertain Times 

AGENDA:

Recorded April 23, 2025 In this timely and candid conversation, paddlesports industry leaders from across retail, brands, and rep groups come together to talk about resilience during uncertain times—from economic pressure to trade disruptions and shifting consumer behavior.

🎯 What you'll hear:

• Grounded, proven tactics for navigating uncertainty
• Real-world challenges and how businesses are responding
• Community-driven ideas for building strength across the supply chain
• A preview of our upcoming session on D2C and retail relationships

This session emphasizes shared knowledge, practical strategy, and collective support—because we're stronger together.

HOSTED BY:

• Simon Coward - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & Owner AQ Outdoors
• Jason Eccles - PTC Brand Member & President Bending Branches & Aqua Bound
• Ted Keyes - PTC Sales Rep Member & Owner Ted Keyes Industries
• Brian Vincent - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & Appomattox River Company
• Matt Gerhardt - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & 4Corners Riversports
• Pamela Dillon - PTC Staff Member
• Cristin Plaice - PTC Associate Representative & Rapid Media Publisher

March 2025 Update 

AGENDA:

• Welcome and PTC Board Updates
• PTC Colab ‘25 Announcements
• New Initiative – Go Paddle Day 
• Advancing the Direct to Consumer Discussion
• Questions from Attendees
• Next Webinar  - April 23, 2025

HOSTED BY:

• Cristin Plaice - PTC Associate Representative & Rapid Media Publisher 
• Stig Larsson - PTC Chair & Level Six CEO
• Jeff Turner - PTC Executive Director
• Jason Eccles - PTC Board Member & President Bending Branches & Aqua Bound

November 2024 Update 

AGENDA:

• Welcome – PTC Chair and Executive Director
• Overview of the PTC Bulkheads of Strength Share
• 2024 Accomplishments Moving Forward into
• 2025 Upcoming election of four additional Board Members
• Questions/ Chat from Attendees
• Next Webinar Date 

HOSTED BY:

• Cristin Plaice - PTC Associate Representative & Rapid Media Publisher 
• Pam Dillon - PTC Staff
• Stig Larsson - PTC Chair & Level Six CEO
• Jeff Turner - PTC Executive Director

Finding Steady Water: Industry Resilience in Uncertain Times 

AGENDA:

Recorded April 23, 2025 In this timely and candid conversation, paddlesports industry leaders from across retail, brands, and rep groups come together to talk about resilience during uncertain times—from economic pressure to trade disruptions and shifting consumer behavior.

🎯 What you'll hear:

• Grounded, proven tactics for navigating uncertainty
• Real-world challenges and how businesses are responding
• Community-driven ideas for building strength across the supply chain
• A preview of our upcoming session on D2C and retail relationships

This session emphasizes shared knowledge, practical strategy, and collective support—because we're stronger together.

HOSTED BY:

• Simon Coward - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & Owner AQ Outdoors
• Jason Eccles - PTC Brand Member & President Bending Branches & Aqua Bound
• Ted Keyes - PTC Sales Rep Member & Owner Ted Keyes Industries
• Brian Vincent - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & Appomattox River Company
• Matt Gerhardt - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & 4Corners Riversports
• Pamela Dillon - PTC Staff Member
• Cristin Plaice - PTC Associate Representative & Rapid Media Publisher

Finding Steady Water: Industry Resilience in Uncertain Times 

AGENDA:

Recorded April 23, 2025 In this timely and candid conversation, paddlesports industry leaders from across retail, brands, and rep groups come together to talk about resilience during uncertain times—from economic pressure to trade disruptions and shifting consumer behavior.

🎯 What you'll hear:

• Grounded, proven tactics for navigating uncertainty
• Real-world challenges and how businesses are responding
• Community-driven ideas for building strength across the supply chain
• A preview of our upcoming session on D2C and retail relationships

This session emphasizes shared knowledge, practical strategy, and collective support—because we're stronger together.

HOSTED BY:

• Simon Coward - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & Owner AQ Outdoors
• Jason Eccles - PTC Brand Member & President Bending Branches & Aqua Bound
• Ted Keyes - PTC Sales Rep Member & Owner Ted Keyes Industries
• Brian Vincent - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & Appomattox River Company
• Matt Gerhardt - PTC Retailer/Outfitter Member & 4Corners Riversports
• Pamela Dillon - PTC Staff Member
• Cristin Plaice - PTC Associate Representative & Rapid Media Publisher