Most Commonly Asked Questions About NBS

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 Retail Identity
  
  
• Resource for Valuable Retail Information
  
  
• Inventory Management
  
  
• Exclusive Brands
  
  
• Expanded Selection/Customer Satisfaction
  
  
• Member Service Programs
  
  
• Networking With People in Like Business
  

Q. Am I required to buy large amounts?

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 for over 50 years. 60% of our members have been with us for more than 15 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 goods manufacturers in the world. 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 in their immediate geographic areas.

Q. How do we take advantage of the exclusive pricing opportunities?

A. Twice a year, NBS conducts major markets in Fort Worth, Texas. 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. In addition to these, smaller specialty markets based on seasonal sports are held throughout the year. These popular and extremely successful markets attract large numbers of buyers and sellers because of their timeliness to customers’ needs, and their product specific performance. NBS also conducts specialty markets that are targeted toward specific product categories. These markets constantly change in complexity based on the changing needs of the membership. A typical market schedule would be as follows:

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