BENTONVILLE, AR - APRIL 30, 2026 - The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) is proud to announce the Women in the Bicycle Industry (WIBI) Summit Central, taking place Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 1–5 PM CT at the 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville, 200 NE A St, Bentonville, Arkansas.
WIBI Summit Central is a free, afternoon workshop designed to support, connect, and elevate women and gender-diverse professionals across the cycling industry. Open to women, trans, femme, and non-binary individuals working in or connected to the cycling industry, the WIBI Summit will briing together bicycle retailers, mechanics, brand leaders, advocates, and industry professionals for an afternoon of conversation, learning, and community building.
"At the WIBI workshops in Chicago, we saw firsthand the impact of bringing people together who don't always see themselves reflected in the industry," said NBDA Programs Developer Megan Schmidt. "In creating dedicated space for connection, visibility, and honest conversation among women and gender-diverse professionals in the industry, WIBI Summit Central will help attendees build meaningful relationships, feel recognized in their work, and walk away with practical tools to navigate and grow within the bicycle industry."
Summit programming includes:
● Keynote Speakers
● Industry Panels with bike shop owners and staff, mechanics, and professionals sharing real-world career insights
● Breakout Sessions for in-depth peer conversations and shared experiences
● Networking opportunities throughout the afternoon to meet peers and build community
The WIBI Summit coincides with the NBDA Retailer Summit Central held June 9 -11, and the Bentonville Bike Fest running June 9 - 14, offering attendees a full week of cycling events, industry networking, and community engagement in one of the nation's premier cycling destinations.
Registration Now Open
Attendees can learn more here, and register for the Summit here: https://nbda.com/events/#!event/2026/6/11/women-in-the-bicycle-industry-wibi-summit
The WIBI Summit is made possible with support from Friends of WIBI sponsors: Ikeono, Marvin Insurance, Liv, Mike's Bikes, QBP, Woom, and Bentonville Bike Fest.
Industry Sponsorship Invitation
The NBDA invites brands, distributors, and industry organizations to support the continued growth of WIBI through an annual $1,000 WIBI sponsorship commitment.
WIBI partners play an active role in:
● Supporting in-person and virtual events
● Expanding mentorship and career development opportunities
● Strengthening recruitment and retention across the industry
Organizations interested in becoming WIBI partners can contact: Megan@nbda.com
The Women in the Bicycle Industry (WIBI) program is a national initiative powered by the NBDA to support, connect, and elevate women and gender diverse professionals working across the cycling industry through mentorship, events, and professional development opportunities.
About the NBDA
The National Bicycle Dealers Association is the premier trade association for specialty bicycle retailers, dedicated to supporting independent dealers through advocacy, education, and industry partnerships. The NBDA provides comprehensive resources including retailer education programs, profitability initiatives, advocacy efforts, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen the specialty bicycle retail sector across North America. The NBDA is a non-profit organization that strives to elevate the bicycle retail industry and empower dealers for long-term success. For more information about the NBDA and its initiatives, please visit www.nbda.com.
