Press Release – Twig goes international!
by Ken Proctor
Click Above to Check Out the Twig Website! Congrats to Ken on this awesome expansion overseas! I am so happy for him and hope he has wild success in the UK and Australia. No on deserves it more than him!! – Julia
Standing Apart versus Standing Out
by Ken Proctor
Don’t do it Snooki!! When Ken told me he was going to write about this topic for the week, I was interested to see what he was going to say. I actually was just having a conversation with a friend of mine early this week about Snooki (for some bizarre reason) and one ot the things that I said was that while I agree with the most of America that it’s ridiculous that this girl is famous, I had to give it to her for unde…
Thank you….
by JULIA
I would just like to thank everyone who took the time over the past week to respond to the article about Skechers. Ken and I realized that what we had to say, while definitely a shared point of view by many, would make a few people upset at worst and raise some eyebrows at best. I have honestly not recieved any negative feedback regarding what we wrote…in fact all I have received is comments and emails with people eit…
And The Winner Is….
by Ken Proctor
I am going to go ahead and take the blame for Ken’s topic this week…as I should since well, I gave it to him! Everyone knows that I am all for pointing out the good that people do and focusing on the positive things in business and definitely life. HOWEVER, there are times that my other side (the one that isn’t afraid to say how I feel or give my honest opinion), gets the best of me and this is one of those time…
Beverly Feldman at FFANY and FN Platform
by JULIA
If you don’t know who Beverly Feldman is, you should google her! She’s my kind of girl! If you are a boutique owner you should definitely take the time to check out the line at the upcoming shows! Email jkrawitz@beverlyfeldmanshoes.com or call (203) 899-9999 for an appointment. www.beverlyfeldmanshoes.com
Gidigio – Check them out at FN Platform
by JULIA
The invitations for FFANY and MAGIC are beginning to come in so I figured I would share! Exciting Times for GIDIGIO! I hope you can visit us at Booth 60500 at Platform in Las Vegas. We are located in the front of the S. hall! Please see below what FOOTWEAR PLUS had to say about GIDIGIO in their current issue. For appointments please contactKevin@c6wholesale.com or 703.577.1049 www.GIDIGIO.com www.c6wholesal…
Press Release – Hi-Tec Petitions International Olympic Committee for Liquid Mountaineering Recognition
by JULIA
I have never seen anything like this before… I guess we learn something new everyday. Hi-Tec Petitions International Olympic Committee for Liquid Mountaineering Recognition - Asks for Liquid Mountaineering to be considered for 2012 London Games - - Why walk on water when you can run? Exciting new sport achieves what man has tried to do for centuries! - January 17, 2011 – (Portland, Oregon, USA, and London…
Wow! 787 of my LinkedIn connections changed jobs in 2010….
by JULIA
This is kind of amazing and a true sign of the changing economy….I have 2,895 direct connections on LinkedIn and of those connections 787 of them changed jobs last year. That means that clost to 37% of my connections are in a new career from 2009. Amazing!!! I can think of quite a few people that I know personally but would have never guessed the number would be so high! Here’s to positive change in 2011!! J…
The Daily 5 – All About The Good News
by JULIA
I know quite a few of my fashion loving guy friends who will be loving this news! Jimmy Choo just announced he will be launching a new men’s line for Fall/Winter 2011. The line will consist of sneakers, biker boots, loafers and Chelsea boots, using cashmere, velvet and leather in all kinds of fun prints. I cannot wait to see more of the line and I am sure it will be a smash success!! Aetrex is giving their FB fans a sn…
Two Ten Footwear Foundation Scholorship Program
by JULIA
I continue to be impressed with the efforts and growth of 210! Amazing! Check out the letter recently sent out to FFANY members below in regards to the 210 scholorship program and get involved!! Dear FFANY Members and Retail Attendees, The Two Ten Footwear Foundation Scholarship Program is now accepting applications for the 2011-2012 academic year. This is a great opportunity for FFANY Members and participant…
The Daily 5 – It’s All About The Good News
by JULIA
Color blocking is a trend we will be seeing a lot of at the shows and I am definitely a fan if it’s done properly. I can’t wait to see what all my favorite brands are doing with this trend at the show next month! Congrats to Chinese Laundry who just announced they will be the official sponsor for the Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants. I am sure this will get them some great press! I am happy to see Aetrex reci…
Jen + Kim Shoes – Independent Sales Rep
by JULIA
Jen + Kim Shoes – Independent Sales Representative Position: Independent Sales Representative Location: Southern California Date: January 13 Jen + Kim Couture is a collection of women’s shoes that is designed and made in Los Angeles. Each season the line features unique fabrications, styles and constructions that are true to a Metropolitan lifestyle. All materials are sourced locally and since manufacturin…
Evolve or Become Irrelevant
by Ken Proctor
I asked Ken to write about this topic this week mostly because it is so relevant to my business currently but also because while at dinner the other night with a few of my industry friends we were talking about companies that were able to maintain their business through the tough economy. The companies that did this were ones that noticed the change early on and quickly made adjustments. I believe we all sometimes have th…
MBT Footwear – Key Account Manager
by JULIA
MBT Footwear JOB DETAILS Title: Key Account Sales Manager Region: West Coast - California City: State: San Francisco/L.A. MBT Footwear – the worldwide leader and innovator of the physiological footwear category, seeks a Key Account Sales Manager. This driven, independent individual will focus on fostering partnerships with existing specialty and premium department store accounts and build new relation…
Intel’s Virtual Footwear Wall for Adidas
by JULIA
LOVE THIS!! Thanks to Faryl Robin for posting this article on their facebook page…. Check out the article about Intel creating a virtual wall for Adidas which was just unveiled today at the 2011 National Retail Federation’s Convention here in NYC. I would love to see this in person! Click HERE to read the full article and to check out the video! Love the visual….love the technology!
