Neil Weilheimer
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Journeys Parent Genesco Furloughs 90% of Workers to Stem Financial Damage Related to Coronavirus Crisis
Amidst the coronavirus pandemic, Genesco, parent to mall juggernaut Journeys, has opted to furlough most of its workforce. → Read More
BBC International Team Aims to ‘Fill Big Shoes’ In Post-Bob Campbell Era
BBC's executive team put a well-crafted succession plan into action by promoting Josue Solano to CEO and Seth Campbell to president. → Read More
Toms Shoes Founder Blake Mycoskie Launches New Wellness Business
The founder of Toms Shoes, which gave away new shoes for each pair it sold, wants to give people something else: happiness. → Read More
Bob Campbell Funeral Celebration Planned for Saturday
The BBC founder will be remembered in New York City this weekend. → Read More
Week in Review: 5 Big Shoe Stories You Need to Read
These were five of the biggest stories you may have missed this week. → Read More
Week in Review: 5 Big Shoe Stories You Need to Read
These were five of the biggest stories you may have missed this week. → Read More
Week in Review: 5 Big Shoe Stories You Need to Read
The US women's soccer team and Betsy Ross kept Nike in the news. And Adidas' diversity problems continued. → Read More
Neal Newman Exits Two Ten Footwear Foundation
Two Ten Footwear Foundation announced president Neal Newman is leaving. Board member David DiPasquale will take over on an interim basis. → Read More
President Trump Calls China Tariffs ‘A Beautiful Thing,’ Suggests They Will Trigger Trade Deal
President Trump on Monday continued to argue his case for why tariffs are effective against China. → Read More
Congresswomen Ask Nike’s Mark Parker for Details on Contracts of Pregnant Athletes
Legislators sent a letter to Nike CEO Mark Parker on Friday, opening an inquiry into the company's treatment of pregnant athletes. → Read More
Why Zappos Wants You to Know It Does Way More Than Just Sell Shoes
Based in Las Vegas, Zappos wants to tell people outside of Sin City all the good it is doing for others. → Read More
How Kith Brought Cool to Hudson Yards — Without Selling Any Streetwear at All
Kith Treats is aiming to win over new customers and surprise existing ones with its Hudson Yards outpost. → Read More
Under Armour Fills Top Design Post With Black Diamond Equipment Exec
Kasey Jarvis, who has worked in the footwear, apparel and automotive industries, is expected to join Under Armour in April. → Read More
Exclusive: Marathon Runner Deena Kastor on Why She’s Not Slowing Down & How the Sport Is Growing
The 46-year-old Olympian has been an Asics ambassador for 18 years. → Read More
Exclusive: How Kevin Plank’s Right-Hand Man Plans to Turn Around Under Armour
Under Armour president and COO Patrik Frisk reveals how he plans to turn around the firm’s U.S. business, and the challenges of leading with a powerful founder working in the next office. → Read More
Can Toms Shoes Founder Blake Mycoskie End America’s Gun Violence?
The executive took action after the mass shooting earlier this month in Thousand Oaks, Calif., miles from his home and company headquarters. → Read More
How Famous Footwear Overcame Retail Challenges & Ended Up Having A Great Year
In the second quarter of 2018, Famous Footwear reported $429.5 million in sales. Here's how the retailer did it. → Read More
Why Shoe Carnival’s CFO Thinks Being Cash-Rich is the Most Important Thing
Unlike many debt-saddled retailers, Shoe Carnival wants $50 million on its balance sheet every year and a healthy line of credit. → Read More
How Vans Plans to Hit $5 Billion in Revenue by 2023
The iconic skate brand will continue its rise through collaborations and more direct-to-consumer sales. → Read More
Building A Sustainable Footwear Business Is Really Challenging — Here’s How Some Firms Are Doing It
Building a sustainable business is one thing. Scaling it for the masses has its own set of challenges. → Read More