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It’s our mission here at AWSI to give our members a return on the investment that is their annual membership. By joining, you are supporting a trade association that represents retailers and suppliers of Kiteboarding, Wing, Foil, Windsurfing, and Standup Paddling. AWSI also runs and manages the annual Board Sports Expo trade show in Hood River, Oregon. This is where top brands in the water sports industry showcase the newest and best gear each year.
Your membership helps support one loud voice for our industry. The more members we have the louder our voice is.
Membership Benefits
As a member, your brand earns the right to vote for new board members, have input on key decisions such as future trade shows and events, and the general direction of the AWSI organization.
Membership secures location priority for exhibiting a brand booth at our annual AWSI Board Sports Expo event.
As a member, your brand can cast a vote for the AWSI ‘Retailer of the Year’ Award presented at our annual Board Sports Expo event.
Member brands and products featured on our website, social media channels, and enewsletter.
Member brand event cross-promotion.
Members are eligible to run for/serve on the AWSI Board of Directors.
Members can benefit from our hospitality incentives for the annual AWSI Board Sports Expo and other supported events.
Members have access to and participation in our industry research endeavors.
