MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Becoming an NBS Member offers incredible value for retailers looking to grow and innovate. Our Members gain exclusive access to a supportive community of 450+ like-minded retailers where they can openly discuss ideas, challenges, and opportunities to enhance their business.


Our Members have direct contact and relationships with our NBS Merchandising Team who bring industry insights and expertise to help our Members stay ahead of trends and make informed decisions. Members have access to exclusive Buying Programs enabling them to secure high-quality products at competitive prices. Joining NBS means having the tools, resources, and network to take your business to the next level. 

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

  • Exclusive Buying Programs
  • PPD Freight & Extended Terms
  • In-House Distribution Center & NBS Marketplace Purchasing
  • Central Billing Program
  • Vendor Co-Op & Rebate Programs
  • Exclusive Brand Opportunities
  • POS Software & E-Commerce Service Provider Vetting
  • Stock Swap for Product Trading
  • Facebook Closed Groups for Member Interaction
  • And More!

“One of the biggest benefits we receive by being an NBS Member is the relationships we get with other stores. We trade product and figure out what’s happening across the country. The relationships are the key! NBS Markets are great. We continually bring in new people. We get exposed to some of the newest brands and some of the best deals that we’ve seen out there. I’ve been in another buy group, I’ve seen the other side of it, and these markets are way more fun. We get a lot more done and they’re just better run.”

Hunter Simmons

Simmons' Sporting Goods - Bastrop, LA

“I would say you need to join NBS because it’s going to make a great difference in your company and buying power. You’ll have a vast variety of products that you never had a possibility of even thinking about getting. The NBS shows are great, and I would say that it is a great experience because of the great employees at NBS and all the membership. Overall it is just a wonderful group.” 

Jay Wallace

Adventure Outdoors - Smyrna, GA

“I think one of the biggest benefits we receive being an NBS Member is being able to remain competitive and have the product we need for our customers, this has really helped us in our business. In an industry that is losing independent dealers, NBS has made sure that we’re able to remain competitive and relevant in our market. NBS is a key strategic partner for us.”

Marcus Batty

Basin Sports - Vernal, UT

"NBS does a great job of administering terms and programs with their Vendors on the Members' behalf to ensure that we get the best deals on the best terms possible. The amount of time required of a small to mid-size retailer to do this independently would be nearly impossible for both the retailer as well as the Vendor, which is such a huge benefit to the Members. The Markets that NBS hosts are a major asset for our company to meet and coordinate with our Vendor partners consistently and in-person."

Jason Larsen

Al's Sporting Goods - Logan, Utah

"One of the biggest benefits of being an NBS Member is the partnerships that being a NBS Member allows us to have. This partnership is with other Dealers and also with Vendors. Instead of struggling to find solutions and best practices on our own, we now have fellow Dealers and partnering Vendors that work alongside us to help make our business stronger." 

Erik Wheeler

Compass Athletics - Woodward, Oklahoma

"The biggest benefit of being an NBS Member is being able to maintain our relationships with all the manufacturers. I also love knowing that NBS is working on our behalf to get the best products, brands, and pricing so we can provide that to our customers. The Markets they host are so much more enjoyable (and productive!) than some of the other shows we attend. I also love the way they help us with some of the business services they provide--insurance, software systems, shipping rate contracts, etc... it's not "just product". The team at NBS is also always helpful for any issues that may arise --they are a wonderful asset to our company!"

Hannah Hopkins

Perry's Gun Shop - Wendell, North Carolina

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