STEP INTO SUCCESS AT THE DAC SUMMIT
Elevate your dancewear business at the industry's premier event, featuring a cutting-edge trade show, expert-led presentations, and invaluable networking opportunities.
- Join fellow retailers to shape the future of dance retail.
- Gain insights that will keep your business on its toes in today's competitive market.
Gilbert Russell
DAC President
WHERE IS THE SUMMIT :
White Oaks Resort & Spa 253 Taylor Road SS4 Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
WHEN IS THE SUMMIT :
Saturday & Sunday February 8th & 9th 2025
DON"T MISS OUT!
WHY ATTEND THE DAC SUMMIT?
Experience exceptional opportunities to grow your business, connect with industry leaders, and stay ahead of the latest trends in dancewear retail.
01.
COME CONNECT
Meet and share with retailers who share the same passion for dance.
And the same challenges.
02.
COME WORK
See new product and meet with your suppliers. All at one time.
All in one place.
03.
COME LEARN
Attend cutting edge seminars that will help you run your business better.
04.
COME RELAX
Why not make a vacation of it? Come early and explore Niagara region’s historic charm, scenic vineyards, and cultural allure.
05.
COME MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Help guide Canada’s dancewear industry so it can thrive, today and in the future.
06.
IT'S EASY TO GET TO
It’s only an hour and a half from Toronto Airport. Your DAC is working on making group travel arrangements.
SUMMIT HIGHLIGHTS !
You can see the full agenda HERE.
8TH FEB
SATURDAY
9TH FEB
SUNDAY
Saturday & Sunday
TRADE SHOW
BUY BETTER WITH THE DAC TRADE SHOW
The DAC Summit trade show has all your vendors in one place. So you can save time, compare product and improve your fall buy.
Sunday
AI MARKETING SEMINAR
SUPERCHARGE YOUR MARKETING WITH AI
Discover how to leverage AI to bring your marketing to the next level. Gilbert Russell, author of “Retail AI Unleashed” will show you all the latest tips and tricks.
Saturday
CFIB Presentation
UNDERSTAND THE FACTORS AFFECTING RETAIL
Learn about the economic forces influencing your store. The CFIB is back with their popular presentation on the state of small business.
Sunday
STATE OF THE INDUSTRY
GAIN VALUABLE INSIGHTS INTO DANCE RETAIL
The DAC working group will present its preliminary report on The State of Canadian Dancewear Retail. This report will help you understand what is happening in our business and what steps you need to take to thrive in the years ahead.
Friday to Sunday
MEET OTHERS IN THE BIZ
NETWORK WITH OTHER RETAILERS & SUPPLIERS
There will be many opportunities to connect with other dancewear retailers and suppliers. Including a fabulous dinner at the Watermark Fallsview.
Register Today!
GET YOUR TICKET !!
The Summit is open to DAC members in good standing.
Please do not sign up if you are not a member of the Dancewear Association of Canada.
You can apply to become a DAC member here.
ONE DAY ACCESS
$175
Get full one day Summit access including breakfast and lunch. Dinner on Saturday available at an extra charge.
GET THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE!
FULL ACCESS
$325
Get full Summit access including breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday.
ONE DAY ACCESS
$50
Get access to the trade show only on Sunday from 1:00-6:00.
This ticket is the only one available to non-DAC members
DON'T MISS THESE SUPPLIERS
TRADE SHOW EXHIBITORS
Here are the top dancewear brands we're expecting at the summit.
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LATEST NEWS AND BLOG
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EVENT VENUE :
White Oaks Resort & Spa
LOCATION ADDRESS :
253 Taylor Road SS4 Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario