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February 9, 2024

NSSF Range-Retail Business EXPO™ Issues Call for Presentations


WASHINGTON, D.C. – NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, has issued a call for presentations for its Educational Sessions at the 2024 NSSF Range-Retail Business EXPOTM. The EXPO will take place July 10-11 in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Started in 2019, the NSSF Range-Retailer Business EXPO is the premier gathering for entrepreneurs, startups and established firearm retailers and shooting ranges. This knowledge-sharing event combines a dedicated range and retail trade show, endless networking opportunities and outstanding education for every stage of a business venture.

Presentation Details

Proposed presentations should cover no more than a 45-minute time slot, with dedicated time for questions and answers from the audience. Presentations are intended to be for informational and educational purposes to help attendees protect and grow their businesses. They are not intended to serve as promotions for products or services.

Presentation submissions are due by March 1, 2024. Submissions received after this date will not be considered.

If selected, presenters will be notified of acceptance via email by March 8, 2024.

Presentations selected are at the sole discretion of the NSSF.

Topics Up for Consideration Include but Are Not Limited To:

  • FFL / NFA Compliance
  • Staffing / Employee Recruitment & Retention Practices
  • Preparing for Market Changes
  • Using AI to Improve Operations
  • Innovative Ways to Use SMS/Texting to Engage Customers – Lessons Learned
  • Used Firearm Sales Strategies
  • Online Sales Strategies
  • Financing for remodels, expansion debt consolidation, new technology – where to get it and what is required?
  • Building Brand Awareness
  • Tips for Creating a Successful Marketing Plan
  • Retail Store Layout/Revamp and Customer Experience Design
  • Inventory Management & Diversification
  • Effective Leadership
  • Point-of-Sale Solutions (what to know and how to avoid pain points)
  • Range-Retail Development
  • Event Planning and Promotions
  • Range Management Practices
  • OSHA / EPA Compliance Practices for Shooting Ranges
  • Membership – Recruitment/Retention Strategies – Building Perceived Value
  • Increasing Customer Engagement on the Range or in the Store
  • Business Operations Strategy
  • Social Media Best Practices

Send a summary of the proposed presentation, key takeaways and brief overview of the presenter’s qualifications, any referrals, as well as information about recent speaking engagements to education@nssf.org no later than the deadline of March 1, 2024.

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About NSSF
NSSF is the trade association for the firearm industry. Its mission is to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Formed in 1961, NSSF has a membership of thousands of manufacturers, distributors, firearm retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, visit nssf.org.

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NSSF Media contact:
Bill Brassard
203-426-1320 ext. 212

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