The Outdoor Business Alliance fosters a prosperous outdoor business community by cultivating, connecting, and supporting Western North Carolina’s outdoor industry. Our members collaborate to share talents, encourage new ideas, and inspire each other. Our member brands are dedicated to creating exceptional outdoor gear and experiences with a focus on responsible manufacturing and operations, cutting edge innovation, and economic growth in our region.
Founded in 2013 by a small group of gear manufacturers, the Outdoor Business Alliance now includes more than 175 member companies and organizations representing the entire outdoor industry in Western North Carolina. Our members include: Gear Builders, Experience Providers, Skills Instructors, Outfitters, Outdoor Retail, Bike Shops, Supporting Businesses, and Nonprofits.
