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Jasmine and Matt welcome Kelly Helfman and Belinda Pina to Shoe-In to discuss the present and future of footwear trade shows in both the digital and physical space. With MICAM Americas set for an entire digital experience this Fall, there is much work to be done. As you’ll hear, Kelly and Belinda are up to the task.

On this Shoe-In Show episode, Sara Vanderhoff, Associate General Counsel, Global Brands at adidas Group, joins to discuss the importance of protecting your footwear brand in the global marketplace. Walk away with key strategies to building effective and dynamic IP enforcement protocols based on Sara’s vast experience defending one of our industry’s most iconic brands.

FFANY's Executive Director, John Heron joins the Shoe-In Show for an exciting episode! FFANY market weeks are vital to the footwear industry and John stops by to discuss the future of trade shows, pivoting to digital experiences, and why we must continue to have market week gatherings in person. FDRA and FFANY are also moving to join forces - hear how two of the largest footwear associations plan to work together to serve the industry in a bigger way.

Footwear industry veteran Dave Grange joins us to talk about a very hot topic! What will the footwear industry look like post-pandemic? We dive into everything from online sales, which brands will come out on top, trade shows, and much more. Listen now and join the conversation by dropping us a message.

There is a ton of uncertainty surrounding us all right now. Discussion around moving footwear sourcing out of China has been circulating for a few years now but during the current state of the world the topic has become even hotter! Check out this episode as Andy and Matt discuss some reasons why you may or may not want to continue exploring other sourcing options.

This show is all about ideas and new tools - making it a must listen! Shoe E-commerce is exploding but big challenges remain from how shoes are delivered to how consumers shop and interact with shoes online. Team FDRA discusses bold ideas brands can consider to increase profits through new delivery options, new tools to help increase clicks to conversions and reduce returns!

Jasmine takes over the podcast for a quick chat with Ryan Yates, Coach & Marketing Director, at Hoop Mountain Dubai about ESPN's 10-part doc series "The Last Dance," covering MJ's career. Can't talk basketball without talking footwear, we get Ryan's thoughts on the doc, top retro Jordan's and the impact of the brand. Check Out Hoop Mountain Dubai Here: https://hoopmountain.ae/

With footwear duties increasing at a historic and astronomical rate, it’s more important than ever that you have the tools in place to try and mitigate the impact. Join us as we discuss these tools and more with Liz Connell of ONESOURCE Global Trade.

Two Ten Footwear Foundation's newest leader, Shawn Osborne, joins the Shoe-In Show for the very first time! Shawn gives us insight on how the over 80 year old organization is filling the gap during the current crisis and ways in which their strategic approach is changing to meet emerging challenges. Jasmine also joins us for her world famous What you got, What You Gettin’? segment.

Cliff Sifford, Shoe Carnival’s fearless leader and a Shoe-In Show favorite, joins us to discuss the re-opening of Shoe Carnival stores this past week. Make sure you listen to hear how this major footwear retailer has survived during this unfortunate time, their plans to keep Shoe Carnival associates and customers safe, and the future of retail in a post-pandemic environment.

FDRA's Footwear Innovation Advisor, Tiffany Beers, joins us remotely from California to weigh in on the ways the footwear industry is moving digitally. We also explore some of the software out now that people should utilize during these turbulent times, new released sustainable footwear, digital events, and more!

Matt, Andy and Thomas discuss the latest initiatives under development in DC to combat the prevalence of counterfeit products on e-commerce platforms. There is a lot of momentum in this area so you don't want to miss this conversation! Jasmine joins in with her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment.

Fit is the key reason why most shoes are returned - and that is a major reason why shoe retailers and brands are working with Volumental. On this episode we explore how technology is allowing shoe scans, in just seconds, to link up with inventory to find the right shoes in stores as well as online. We also look at how data and technology are evolving to eventually allow a personalized fit for each person and an end of 'sizes'! Listen to this thoughtful exciting episode on a game-changing tech company!

A year long survey conducted by Deloitte on consumer behavior has sparked conversation between Matt and Andy on this Shoe-In Show episode. Join the conversation as we critically think through consumer behavior and its many factors, you may leave with a new perspective! Check out the full survey.

More and more shoe brands are using air freight for speed to market advantages, but today our supply chains are still reeling from the coronavirus. On this episode we cover the many disruptions impacting our supply chains and discuss how and why air freight has record low capacity and the fear is that will impact price in the short term. A must listen for everyone in footwear from sourcing to retail! It impacts us all!

Innovation is priority in finding solutions to push through all the changes that have occurred and will occur as a result of the Coronavirus outbreak. Footwear industry veteran Stuart Jenkins, owner of White Hat Innovation and Founder of BLUMAKA, discusses how brands can strategically innovate during this time.

As a footwear industry we are all trying to navigate during this pandemic and make the best decisions not only for our brands but for our teams, customers, and partners as well. David Kahan, Chief Executive Officer of Birkenstock Americas joins us to discuss his approach to getting Birkenstock through these uncertain times and how he plans to come out on the other side of things stronger than ever! Now is the time for Radical Acceptance!

We are excited to have industry vet, Leslie Gallin back in the Shoe-in Show studio. On this episode we chat about the challenges companies have been facing prior to the Coronavirus outbreak, the need for new product, and what she expects to see after the outbreak subsides.

Cleto Sagripanti, Italian footwear industry veteran and consultant, checks in with the Shoe-In Show gang to provide a first-hand account about the impact of the virus on Italian footwear production and retail. Cleto also explores the broader impact the virus is having on the European marketplace and the move to utilize e-commerce more effectively in Italy.

Retail and footwear industry veteran Matt Rubel joins Shoe-In for this emergency discussion around the impact of the coronavirus crisis on the footwear industry in the near, medium and long terms. Matt brings powerful insights to consider NOW as companies look to hold on to cash and weather this historic American retail meltdown.