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#278 Helping Companies Develop Real Sustainability Strategies to Increase Impact Aug 02, 2021

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Most shoe companies working on sustainability lack a coherent holistic approach to ensure their efforts lower costs and magnify impact. In this episode we talk about a new program FDRA and the Footwearists are launching soon to help increase knowledge and help companies form real strategies that tie efforts together. A must listen for every exec and workers in our industry! Visit Shoe Sustainability Summit to learn more!

#277 MAGIC in Las Vegas is Back! Jul 26, 2021

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Kelly Helfman, President of Informa Markets, Fashion Division steps into the Shoe-In Show to share the current state of live events and trade shows. MAGIC in Las Vegas is back in full effect this year; listen to this episode to hear how they are transforming footwear in Las Vegas and insights for emerging retailers and brands who are ready to get back connected.

#276 Changing Corporate Culture with LaShae Boone-McCray at RG Barry Jul 19, 2021

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This week we have LaShae Boone-McCray, Strategic Account Manager at RG Barry on for the first time! From the shoe store to the corporate office, we learn about LaShae's shoe story and how her career in footwear lead her to take on the challenge of helping to create a more diverse and inclusive culture at RG Barry.

#275 New Insights Into Shoe Supply Chain Issues with the Port of Long Beach Jul 12, 2021

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Every company has supply chains front of mind right now and this episode covers so many important topics key to speed and agility for shoe companies. We are joined by our friend Dr. Noel Hacegaba at the Port of Long Beach who provides a real-time update on port logistical issues and provides key insights to what to expect for a record breaking 2021 Holiday import rush!

#274 JUST IN, JUST IN TIME: New Sandal Market Report! Jul 05, 2021

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FDRA's own Chief Economist, Gary Raines, joins the podcast this week to talk about record demand for sandals and whether or not the industry has enough inventory to meet growing footwear consumer appetites. To access the full report, send us a note at info@fdra.org.

#273 Getting Inside the Box With BillerudKorsnäs Jun 28, 2021

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Ryan Gaither, International Sales Executive at BillerudKorsnäs returns to Shoe-In Show, to talk about the current paper market crisis, supply chain issues affecting the footwear industry, sustainability challenges, and the importance of packaging with consumers.

#272 Shoe Shoppers Sound Off On Sustainability - What they Understand, What Brands Should Prioritize Jun 21, 2021

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This episode is a special review of our shoe shopper survey on sustainability, conducted along with First Insight. Hear what grabs shoe shoppers attention on eco-friendly materials, products and processes to how much more they are willing to pay for sustainable shoes! If you want to get real ROI at the cash register for your sustainable efforts, listen to this important episode!

#271 Kickin' It With Creator, Erica Dixon at adidas! Jun 14, 2021

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This episode of Shoe-in welcomes Erica Dixon, Assistant Manager of Campaign Operations at adidas! We learn all about Erica's journey from passionate intern to thriving in her current role at her dream company. We have a refreshing conversation on Erica's positive outlook on the industry and her love for all things creative and strategy.

#270 EMERGENCY Supply Chain Cost Considerations Jun 07, 2021

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It wouldn't be an overstatement to say that supply chain costs are in crisis mode in 2021. With container spot rates reaching $15K, footwear companies are scrambling for space. Apex Logistics' own Rex Paschall joins Shoe-In to discuss the current crisis, options to avoid additional costs and his forecast for the future. Jasmine jumps in with her world famous Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'? segment.

#269 Catching Up With Kerry Rasmussen of Farrow May 31, 2021

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Shoe-In favorite Kerry Rasmussen stops by the show to update our listeners on the Canadian marketplace and the importance of declaring the proper value of the shoes you ship into the Great White North. Jasmine jumps in to explore Kerry's very healthy obsession with Fluevogs.

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