SOLES4SOULS RV – Deckers
by Richard Salmon
Deckers Does It Right! Soles4Souls is known for donating shoes to people in need around the world. But did you know that Soles4Souls staff are also great “Teambuilding Judges”? Deckers has donated over 50,000 pairs of shoes to Soles4Souls, so we wanted to them a thank you visit at their corporate headquarters in Goleta, California. (I didn’t let my daughter know they also distribute Uggs, because it’s her wish to ow…
The Importance of Enthusiasm
by Ken Proctor
I loved Chris Farley and watched his motivational SNL skit over and over when I was younger, so when Ken referred to it yesterday when we were discussing topics, I was cracking up. So funny!! Enthusiasm is probably one of the most important traits in this business because if you are excited about what you are doing then people will be excited too! You can’t fake enthusiasm easily, so people believe it and have a…
THE DAILY 5 – ALL ABOUT THE GOOD NEWS!!
by Richard Salmon
The Daily 5 All ABout the Good News!! Converse Japan is getting a little creative with these plaid and monochrome Chuck Taylors…check ‘em out Ronnie Fieg creates the following capsule of Sebago Docksides for David Z. with a total of four different versions…see all 4 As part of its category extension, Louis Philippe, the premium apparel brand from Madura Garments, has announced its foray into fo…
SOLES4SOULS – A Step Towards Peace
by Richard Salmon
On “safe” days the children play amidst the rubble of war-ravaged buildings. On “dangerous” days, they and their parents help our troops track down rocket explosions and other enemy activity. On this particular day in March, American Marines completed a shoe distribution to local men, women, and children. The troops requested the shoes from Soles4Souls after repeatedly witnessing children runni…
THE DAILY 5 – ALL ABOUT THE GOOD NEWS!!
by Richard Salmon
The Daily 5 All ABout the Good News!! Visvim S/S 2010 collection, with plenty of colors and plenty of comfort these are sure to be a hit…check ‘em out FEIT is doing some interesting things, re-imagining the classic chukka boot with the Stitchdown…look The popular footwear retailer, Shoe Carnival, is once again partnering with shoe charity Soles4Souls, Inc. to help provide shoes for people in ne…
Zappos Corporate Challenge Update!
by mike normart
This looks like soooo much fun! As promised, Mike sent me an update on the corporate challenges that Zappos is participating in this year and it looks like they are having a great time and doing great! I love it! I hope that they keep having fun and take home a whole bunch of medals! Mike has more updates coming, so stay tuned! Go Team Zappos! Corporate Challenge Update Corporate Challenge opening ceremony was March…
THE DAILY 5 – ALL ABOUT THE GOOD NEWS!!
by Richard Salmon
The Daily 5 All About the Good News!! Sharing a French background, record label Ed Banger and skate shoe brand etnies align on an entirely new silhouette, the “Ednies”. The shoe follows a slimline approach and comes in three premium leather makeups…check ‘em out The prototypical Birkenstock sandal may illicit certain thoughts and demographics, but they are mixing it up with the Montana…see I…
G.H. Bass – Senior Buyer Men’s Footwear
by Richard Salmon
Position: Senior Buyer Men’s Footwear Location: New York City Date: April 26, 2010 The All American Brand is seeking a Senior Buyer Mens Footwear in their NYC office. Bass needs a numbers driven merchant that understands the mens footwear business! The ideal candidate would have 3 to 5 years of recent mens footwear experience. Please visit the company website to see more details. www.pvh.com If interest…
Soles4Souls RV – Z-Coil visit
by Richard Salmon
Julia introduced you to Silvana and Allan as they traveled the country with Soles4Souls in the RV. Take a second to read over their latest adventure. This is some great stuff that they are doing. Great job, guys! Z-Coil Serves a Very Special Customer It started out as a simple visit to a shoe donor. A few weeks later that visit resulted in a man overjoyed with a pair of new shoes. Z-Coil Pain Relief Footwear invited us to hel…
Press Release: NEW BALANCE INTRODUCES 1442 ROCK&TONE
by JULIA
New Balance has decided to jump on the fitness shoe band wagon and I must say that I am not all that surprised that they are better looking than most that I have seen out there! They almost look almost like normal sneakers which I am sure will be attractive to the customer! I also think the name is catchy. I am a fan of the folks at New Balance and I wish them much success with this launch! NEW BALANCE INTRODUCES 1442 ROCK&am…
THE DAILY 5 – ALL ABOUT THE GOOD NEWS!!
by Richard Salmon
The Daily 5 All About the Good News!! HAPPY MONDAY!! English shoemaker Loake worked on an exclusive collaboration with CASH CA for the Japanese market…check out what we can’t get in the US Nine West announced today, an exclusive design collaboration with multi-platinum recording artist Joss Stone for the Nine West Vintage America Collection Fall 2010…read on China will not be deniedR…
THE WEEKEND WRAP-UP
by Richard Salmon
The Weekend Wrap-Up All the retailers take notice, I’m sure you can find something to add to your store and for the right price…100 displays for $100 Ken Proctor, along with just about every other iPhone user (myself included) loves there iPhone…price check anyone? Sheena gets real brutally honest and tells it how it is…put on a smile and pop a xanax Exclusive men’s footwear and lea…
ITALIAN SHOEMAKERS TV FEATURE
by Richard Salmon
Japanese TV Show to Feature Italian Shoemakers This summer, “Made in Italy” is making its way to Japan. Due to the growing popularity of ladies’ Italian footwear in the Japanese market, The Jupiter Shop Channel in Tokyo has invited Italian Shoemakers sales executive Charles Podesta to be a guest speaker on a May 3 live TV broadcast. “The simple elegance of our shoes transcends borders,&…
StampD’ LA
by Richard Salmon
Stampd’ LA’s F/W 2010 Collection Highlights Hardware and High Tops Los Angeles, CA– March 2010— Footwear label Stampd’LA is back this season with a fresh, and innovative collection for Fall/Winter 2010. Stampd’ has reached new heights with quality fabrics infused with intricate detailing. Separating slightly from his conventional canvas and leather styles, designer Chris Stamp focused on shiny hardw…
