Wolverine announced the appointment of Chris Hufnagel as Global Brand President of Merrell, the largest brand within its portfolio. A 10-year veteran of Wolverine, Hufnagel most recently served as Global Brand President of Cat Footwear
One of the world's leading luxury groups recorded revenue of 25.1 billion euros in the first half of 2019, up by 15%. Organic sales at LVMH grew by 12% compared to similar period in 2018
In the first half of 2019 sales in the German footwear industry increased by 2.8%, as the overall sales of footwear manufacturers reached 1.60 billion euros, compared to similar period in 2018
According to Abicalçados 9.47 million pairs of Brazilian shoes were sold abroad in August, 7.4% more than in the same month of 2018. The US is the main destination for Brazilian exports
On average in August 2019 consumer prices increased by 3.1%, when compared to similar period a year earlier, according to data released by the Hungarian Central Statistical Office
Despite all the movements registered in the international markets in the last few years, perfect convergence between continents' consumption is still distant. Information is from the World Footwear Yearbook 2019
The company launched “Nature Needs Heroes”, a campaign to empower global community to be champions for the planet. 50 million trees planned to be planted over the next 5 years
The New York-based luxury house has appointed Jide Zeitlin the new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Zeitlin succeeds Victor Luis, who is leaving the company and its Board of Directors
The company's first global shoe customization competition aims to enable creative expression worldwide. Grand prize totals 25 000 US dollars with the shoe design being produced and sold by Vans
AAFA President and CEO Rick Helfenbein is stepping down by the end of the year. AAFA veteran Stephen Lamar will take over from him and lead the organization