Most Commonly Asked Questions About
NBS
A. The aggregate volume of NBS qualifies each member for the lowest price offered by the vendor; so individual members are not required to buy excessive quantities. However, many do, concentrating the majority of their annual purchases through the group’s preferred vendors.
Q. Is NBS a solid organization?
A. NBS has been in business since 1956. 60% of our members have been with us for more than 20 years.
Q. How much does it cost to join?
A. All costs of membership are available on request. You are welcome to call Stuart Snow at 817-788-0034 ext 252 to obtain information about membership.
Q. Who conducts business with NBS?
A. NBS has established and maintains excellent relationships with our vendors, the leading sporting good companies across the globe. Vendors are carefully screened by NBS staff and member committees to assure a mutually beneficial business relationship.
Q. How many members have multiple locations?
A. Over 30% of current members have multiple retail outlets while the balance (the single store operators) tend to be prominent well know sporting goods dealers within their immediate geographic areas.
Q. How do we take advantage of the exclusive pricing opportunities?
A. NBS produces 6 buying markets per calendar year addressing the varying categories our members are involved in. These events are eagerly anticipated and highly attended. NBS markets are tremendous opportunities for members and vendors to interact one-on-one and obtain valuable information. These markets constantly change in complexity based on the changing needs of the membership. A typical market schedule would be as follows:
Q. Why Should I consider applying for membership in N.B.S.?
A. There are many benefits
of being an NBS member:
- Purchasing Power / Programs and Pricing Available
Only Through Volume Purchasing
- National Identity
- Stock Balancing of Inventory & Information Sharing
- A Full Complement of Marketing Solutions. We not Only Help You Buy Better, We Help You Sell Better!
- Exclusive Brands
- Expanded Selection/Customer Satisfaction
- Member Service Programs Including Extended Finance Options for Your Customers, Credit & Gift Card Processing, Business Insurance & Much More!
- Networking With People in Like
Businesses
A. The aggregate volume of NBS qualifies each member for the lowest price offered by the vendor; so individual members are not required to buy excessive quantities. However, many do, concentrating the majority of their annual purchases through the group’s preferred vendors.
Q. Is NBS a solid organization?
A. NBS has been in business since 1956. 60% of our members have been with us for more than 20 years.
Q. How much does it cost to join?
A. All costs of membership are available on request. You are welcome to call Stuart Snow at 817-788-0034 ext 252 to obtain information about membership.
Q. Who conducts business with NBS?
A. NBS has established and maintains excellent relationships with our vendors, the leading sporting good companies across the globe. Vendors are carefully screened by NBS staff and member committees to assure a mutually beneficial business relationship.
Q. How many members have multiple locations?
A. Over 30% of current members have multiple retail outlets while the balance (the single store operators) tend to be prominent well know sporting goods dealers within their immediate geographic areas.
Q. How do we take advantage of the exclusive pricing opportunities?
A. NBS produces 6 buying markets per calendar year addressing the varying categories our members are involved in. These events are eagerly anticipated and highly attended. NBS markets are tremendous opportunities for members and vendors to interact one-on-one and obtain valuable information. These markets constantly change in complexity based on the changing needs of the membership. A typical market schedule would be as follows:
| Market | Month | Main Categories Presented |
| Winter Specialty Market | January | Ski & Snowboard Apparel; Alpine, Snowboard and Nordic Hard Goods; Winter Accessories; Lifestyle Apparel and Footwear |
| Spring Semi - Annual Market | February | Hunting & Shooting Products; Archery; Camping & Cooking; Hunting Clothing & Footwear; Paintball and Novelties |
| Specialty Outdoor Market | July | Outdoor & Lifestyle Apparel; Outdoor & Lifestyle Footwear; Camping; Camping Accessories; Water Sports; Paddlesports |
| Summer Athletic Market | July | Athletics; Institutional Team Sports Products; Fitness and Licensed Products |
| Fall Semi - Annual Market | September | Fishing; Camping & Cooking; Hunting & Shooting; Apparel & Footwear; Paintball and Novelties |
| Fall Athletic Market | November | Athletics; Institutional Team Sports Products; Fitness and Licensed Products |
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