Snowsports Industries America (SIA) Announces 2024 Compliance Alliance Calls Series and New Tools for Regulatory Compliance

October 9, 2024

Park City, UT – October 8, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Snowsports Industries America (SIA), the premier trade association representing the winter outdoor industry, is excited to announce its 2024 Compliance Alliance Call Series, along with new critical tools and resources to help businesses in the winter outdoor industry navigate the growing complexity of global sustainability regulations.

With a focus on keeping the winter outdoor industry compliant and informed, Ammi Borenstein, founder of Snaplinc Consulting, will be presenting at the upcoming Regional Summits (Broomfield, CO and Burlington, VT) on “The Top Global Sustainability Regulations You Should Be Working On Now.” These sessions will provide expert insights into the most pressing sustainability regulations affecting the industry.

In addition to these in-person educational sessions, in September, SIA debuted its 2024 Compliance Alliance Calls that cover a range of critical compliance topics virtually. Each call takes a deep dive into a different topic and kicks off with a brief review of any new, amended or upcoming compliance issues.

• September – EU Sustainability Regulations/What You Need To Get Started On
• October: What You Need to Know About the EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulations and Digital Passport
• November: What You Need to Know About the Upcoming US/EU Deforestation Regulations
• December: EPA/TSCA Reporting Compliance Update & Strategies
• January: Action Steps: US Extended Producer Responsibility Laws
• February: Measuring Your GHG Emissions & Complying with the REI Product Impact Standards
• March: EU/US Regs/Forced Labor: Are You Compliant?
• April: New PFAS Regulations and EPA/TSCA Compliance Check-In
• May: Climate Advocacy: Opportunities for the Winter Outdoor Industry After the US Election

All calls are exclusively for the benefit of SIA members and will also be available on demand via the Member Portal.

In addition, SIA has developed a number of other tools and resources to support members, helping them stay compliant across a number of domestic and international issues.

• PFAS Certificate of Compliance – A tool to help retailers and suppliers demonstrate compliance with PFAS regulations.
• PFAS Road Maps for Retailers and Suppliers – Guidance to navigate the complex regulations around Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).
• PFAS Help! Chat Group – An interactive forum where members can get real-time support from industry peers and experts.
• Global Compliance Tracker – A comprehensive tracker of major global regulations affecting the winter outdoor industry.
• The Global Compliance Checklist – A list of the most urgent compliance issues that members should be thinking about now, helping them prioritize their compliance work.

By offering a wealth of resources and expert guidance, Snowsports Industries America is committed to helping its members navigate the complex landscape of sustainability regulations. Through the 2024 Compliance Alliance Call Series, Regional Summits, and valuable compliance tools, SIA empowers businesses in the winter outdoor industry to stay informed, prepared, and compliant with ever-evolving global standards. To register for a Compliance Alliance Call, download a resource, or simply learn more about SIA’s tools, visit SIA’s member portal. Non-Members can visit snowsports.org for more information and to join.

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About Snowsports Industries America (SIA):Snowsports Industries America (SIA) is the trade association of the winter outdoor industry. Through SIA membership, brands, destinations, retailers, service providers, and nonprofits solve urgent business problems, adapt to changing pressures, save, and grow. Together SIA and its members spot trends that matter, facilitate industry wide strategy, and innovate to ensure the winter outdoors thrives for future generations.

Founded in 1954, SIA is based in ParkCity, UT. We are #TheBusinessofWinter. For more information and to become a member, visit snowsports.org.