the best black friday & cyber monday deals

With a whirlwind 2020 nearing its end, a much needed holiday break is fast approaching. We’re willing to bet your wallet could also use a little break by this time, this year. We’ve rounded up all of the holiday deals our clients are offering this week to spark gift-giving inspiration! Stock up for your loved ones (or yourself!) while the deals last. Remember, these deals may apply to products featured in our annual holiday gift guides!

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verde consumer behavior report - november 18, 2020

Black Friday is just under two weeks away, which makes it a good time to check in on updated Holiday 2020 predictions: online spending is predicted to increase 33% (over 2019) this holiday season, 38% of consumers will make a deliberate effort to support small businesses this holiday season and shoppers are 9% more likely to shop at a brick and mortar store if they offer curbside pickup or BOPIS. Learn more in this weeks consumer behavior report.

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outdoor research expands face mask program, adds new protective essentials collection

Outdoor Research, a longtime leader in outdoor and tactical apparel, has expanded its Protective Essentials Collection this fall, adding two new performance masks with a built-in replaceable filter, along with a range of other protective gear for face and hands, as the spread of COVID during the fall continues to cause concern around public health.

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verde live: november 11, 2020

In this weeks episode Kristin speaks to how the recent election and news of a potential COVID-19 vaccine impacted consumer confidence, how social media channels plan to put a stop to misinformation about the potential COVID-19 vaccine and the future of online shopping - livestream shopping and its popularity in China.

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outerbike announces new online bike finder connecting riders with exhibiting bike brands & releases 2021 event dates and locations

Outerbike launches an exciting new website feature that will help riders determine which bikes best meet their needs, during a time when it’s difficult to do so in person. This bike finder quiz called “Your Friend in the Bike Business” serves as an interactive guide leading consumers to the bike category that’s best for them.

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verde consumer behavior report - november 11, 2020

Now that the U.S. election has been called and Pfizer has announced promising results for a COVID-19 results, we can put 2020 in the rearview mirror, right? Not so fast. In this weeks report: How political beliefs might impact your outlook on the economy, Deloitte’s take on 2021 marketing trends (i.e. what consumers are looking for from the brands they love) and how the economy and consumer sentiment were impacted by news of the election and potential COVID019 vaccine.

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best gifts for outdoor adventurers

For the people in your life that just can’t get enough miles on the trail, runs down the mountain or nights spent under a star covered sky - get them what they really need to keep doing what they love this holiday season. We’ve compiled a list of gear to help you pick out the perfect equipment for your adventurous loved ones. Picture it now: a campfire blazing, the ORCA cooler stocked full with some tasty 10 Barrel Brewing IPAs while everyone rests in their GCI Kickback Rocker after a fun filled day. That’s just one of many scenarios this list will help to create.

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best sustainable gifts

Looking for a gift for that eco-conscious person in your life? Or want to choose a gift that holds a little more meaning? What better way than to gift that special someone a product that’s sustainably made. We compiled a list of some of our favorite gifts that are produced sustainably and made with eco-friendly materials. You’ll feel good about these gifts and so will the person receiving them.

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