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The trade association of leading industry sports and fitness brands, suppliers, retailers and partners. Formerly the SGMA - Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association
This association "endeavors to develop beneficial relationships between sport marketing professionals and academicians through expansion of the field's body of knowledge and multiple forums for professional interaction."
