ISPO

Did you know Keme Nzerem’s favourite outdoor adventure? Or where his very first job was? 👀

We put 20 Quick Questions to journalist, filmmaker, adventurer and dad Keme Nzerem - and the answers did not disappoint.

Keme co-founded which works to get more People of Colour involved in adventure and outdoor sport.
His debut feature documentary The Long Juju is currently in production - it explores the legacy of slavery and modern mixed heritage identities.

Catch Keme live at the ISPO Leaders Summit on 3 November. Get your super-early bird Summit ticket now for €495 before the price rises in the next few weeks.

ISPO BrandNew is where the next generation of sports brands breaks through.

As the dedicated innovation village at ISPO 2026, BrandNew gives emerging brands a platform to showcase their innovations and connect with retailers, investors, and media.

All exhibitors in the village will benefit from a pre-event support package, including three exclusive webinars. They are also eligible - and strongly encouraged - to enter the ISPO BrandNew Awards, with applications opening on 5 June.

After online applications and expert pre-judging, shortlisted brands pitch live on the BrandNew Launchpad stage in front of key industry decision-makers.

Secure your spot in the village now and get ready to enter the awards. https://www.ispo.com/brandnew-village

The industry is gathering.

With over 5 months until 2026, the numbers are proving why trade shows are so important in the sporting industry:

- 40 Major partnerships with industry bodies & media
- 100 speakers across 6 stages
- 60+ Countries represented
- 850+ exhibitors booked
- 280 brands booked

Want to get involved? Contact [email protected] for exhibiting opportunities, and get your super-early bird ticket here before prices rise end of June! https://forms.reg.buzz/ispo-2026-splash/industry-is-gathering-social

ISPO BrandNew is the dedicated innovation village at ISPO 2026, the world’s largest sports, outdoor
and winter sports trade show.​

​Created specifically for ambitious start-ups and scale-ups, ISPO BrandNew gives emerging brands
an affordable, high-impact platform to present their latest products directly to the people who matter
most - retail buyers, distributors, major brands and investors.​

​Located in its own dedicated hall, with the Retailer Lounge positioned alongside, ISPO BrandNew
ensures qualified, high-value traffic and genuine commercial conversations.​

Why exhibit at ISPO BrandNew?
- Direct access to buyers
- Investor visibility
- Dedicated innovation environment
- Affordable entry to ISPO
- Proven launchpad to success

Apply now: https://www.ispo.com/brandnew

Fabletics joins ISPO 2026 as a key brand exhibitor and becomes official partner of the Athlete & Influencer Programme

Raccoon Media Group is excited to announce that Fabletics will join this year’s brand roster that is gaining momentum at ISPO 2026. Fabletics will not only be exhibiting this year but will also be official partner of the Athlete & Influencer Programme which will be powered by Fabletics.

Fabletics, the global active lifestyle brand known for combining performance-driven activewear with fashion-forward design for both women and men, has confirmed its participation at ISPO 2026, where the brand will showcase its latest collections and connect with retailers, buyers, athletes, media and creators from across the global sports and active lifestyle industry.

As part of the ISPO Athlete & Influencer Programme, Powered by Fabletics, the brand will work closely with athletes, creators and ambassadors attending the event, further strengthening relationships with its existing global influencer community while creating opportunities to connect with new talent and partners.

Our Athlete & Influencer Programme spotlight for May focuses on Jan Virt, .official a vertical specialist ready to tailor the production footprint based on your needs.

Jan is fascinated by people operating on their edge. Constantly on the search of untold human stories, from the hardest rock climbing grades to explorers, to Olympic medallists pushing their limits and redefining the current status quo.

Everyone has a story that can change the world, and often the most meaningful messages come from the most unexpected characters.
We Spoke to Jan about his sporting background, and how the best moments at ISPO come from spontaneous encounters.

Read the full conversation ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e2SyrVna

Jessie Hyman is the cofounder of , which celebrates the duality of femininity through running. Since its founding in 2022, Pruzan is celebrated for its unique feminine perspective and has been featured in The NY Times, Vogue, GQ, Financial Times, and Women’s Health. A lifelong runner, Jessie reimagines performance wear engineered around women’s needs. With a background in research and insights from her career in tech, she brings both analytical rigor and creative vision to building the next generation of running apparel.

We are happy to welcome RESTUBE to ISPO in 2026.

RESTUBE was founded in 2012 after founder Christopher Fuhrhop experienced a life-threatening accident while kiteboarding at sea, inspiring him to create a compact, inflatable safety buoy that could provide instant buoyancy in emergencies. Developed in Germany with support from research institutions, athletes, and rescue professionals, RESTUBE’s mission is to make water activities safer for everyone - from swimmers and surfers to lifeguards and rescue teams. The company continues to innovate with products for recreational use and professional rescue operations while emphasizing sustainability, PVC-free materials, and social responsibility.

Check out the full exhibitor list online now at ispo.com