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LAST CALL! Join the 11th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey

Dec 11, 2024 / Business Conditions Survey
The WorldFootwear.com is asking all experts within the footwear industry to share their views on the current business situation. Join the new edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey. WE WANT TO HEAR YOU!

Merrell appoints Noreen Naroo-Pucci as Chief Product Officer

Dec 11, 2024 / United States
The brand has appointed Noreen Naroo-Pucci as Chief Product Officer, as part of its strategy to meet the growing demand for footwear that transitions from outdoor adventure to everyday life

New CEO appointed to head up AstorMueller

Dec 10, 2024 / Switzerland
Andreas Wortmann has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Swiss shoe manufacturer AstorMueller, the licensee of Bugatti shoes worldwide

Wolverine Worldwide's Work Group appoints new Chief Product Officer

Dec 6, 2024 / United States
Mike Maloney, with two decades in the footwear industry, will lead product innovation, merchandising and marketing strategy for the Work Group's diverse brand portfolio, including Wolverine Worldwide

Mauro Bergozza takes the helm of Assomac at a challenging time for the industry

Dec 5, 2024 / Italy
Mauro Bergozza, CEO of Bergi, has been chosen to succeed Maria Vitoria Brustia at the helm of Assomac at a time when exports of footwear and leather machinery are in decline

Nike promotes Treasure Heinle to Chief Human Resources Officer

Dec 3, 2024 / United States
The sportswear giant has announced that Treasure Heinle, currently Chief Talent Officer, will succeed Monique Matheson as Chief Human Resources Officer. Matheson will retire after 26 years with Nike

JD Sports completes acquisition of Courir

Dec 2, 2024 / United Kingdom
The UK-based sportswear retailer has completed the acquisition of France's Groupe Courir, thus strengthening its position in the European market. The deal was first announced in May 2023

Wolverine Worldwide opens innovation hub in Boston

Nov 27, 2024 / United States
The US-based company, which owns brands such as Merrell and Saucony, has opened an innovation hub in Boston to accelerate product design and development, as part of its wider transformation strategy

Caleres appoints SVP of New York brands

Nov 26, 2024 / United States
The US-based footwear company has appointed Nancy Bitetto as Senior Vice President of New York Brands to accelerate growth and expand profitability across its brand portfolio

Ross Stores announces Jim Conroy as its new Chief Executive Officer

Nov 21, 2024 / United States
James Conroy, a seasoned retail executive, will assume the CEO role at Ross Stores on the 2nd of February 2025. The current CEO, Barbara Rentler, will transition to an advisory role until March 2027

OrthoLite strengthens global operations with new hires

Nov 20, 2024 / United States
The US-based insole manufacturer has appointed Raj Santhana as its new vice president of operational excellence and promoted Shaw Kiat Phua to vice president of global foaming

SECOND CALL! Join the 11th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey

Nov 19, 2024 / Business Conditions Survey
The WorldFootwear.com is asking all experts within the footwear industry to share their views on the current business situation. Join the new edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey. WE WANT TO HEAR YOU!

Giovanna Ceolini elected as the new President of the Confindustria Accessori Moda

Nov 19, 2024 / Italy
Confindustria Accessori Moda, the federation of the Italian footwear, leather goods, fur and tanning sectors, has elected Giovanna Ceolini as its new President

Rosana Perán Bazán will continue at the helm of FICE

Nov 12, 2024 / Spain
Rosana Perán Bazán's role as President of the Spanish Federation of Footwear Industries (FICE) was renewed at the association’s recent General Assembly. She first took up the role in 2022

Nike appoints new Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion Officer

Nov 7, 2024 / United States
The US-based sportswear company has appointed Kizmet Mills as its new Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Officer. She is the fifth person to hold the role since 2020
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