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47 Years in Footwear: Jim Bosco on Building Bosco & Co., Cougar Shoes & the Next Generation

47 Years in Footwear: Jim Bosco on Building Bosco & Co., Cougar Shoes & the Next Generation

by Inah Mallare | Sep 15, 2026 | FRP

Jim Bosco on nearly five decades at Bosco & Co., the story behind Cougar’s iconic Canadian boot, building lasting industry relationships, and why he’s optimistic about the next generation of footwear. Forty-seven years in business gives you a different...
When the Next Gen Comes Home: Leadership, Legacy & Retail Reinvented

When the Next Gen Comes Home: Leadership, Legacy & Retail Reinvented

by Inah Mallare | Jul 8, 2025 | FRP

What three returning leaders teach us about the future of family-run footwear businesses What happens when the next generation steps back into the family business—not as stockroom support, but as full-fledged leaders? In Episode 16 of The Footwear Retailer Podcast,...
From Family Legacy to Local Powerhouse: The Kunitz Shoes Story

From Family Legacy to Local Powerhouse: The Kunitz Shoes Story

by Inah Mallare | May 27, 2025 | FRP

What does it take to turn a local shoe store into a thriving, multigenerational retail brand? For Morgan and Everett Kunitz, the answer lies in thoughtful growth, staying rooted in community, and never being afraid to evolve. In the latest episode of The Footwear...
From Family Business to Retail Empire: The Inspirational Journey of Growth

From Family Business to Retail Empire: The Inspirational Journey of Growth

by Inah Mallare | Mar 19, 2025 | FRP

Success in business isn’t just about making sales—it’s about vision, leadership, and adaptability. This is the story of a third-generation family business that transformed from a local footwear retailer into a thriving multi-location enterprise. The key? Smart...

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