by Inah Mallare | Sep 8, 2026 | FRP
Dansko President Kitty Bolinger on why culture — not product — is the real difference between a good footwear brand and a great one, and what thirty years in the industry taught her about leading people. Every brand says it cares about culture. Fewer can point to the...
by Inah Mallare | Aug 5, 2025 | FRP
What retailers can learn from viral growth, community-building, and purpose-first leadership When John and Mark Cronin launched John’s Crazy Socks, they weren’t just looking to sell fun, colorful socks. They were launching a mission. What started as a father-son side...
by Inah Mallare | Feb 7, 2025 | FRP
Crafting Your Perfect Workday: The Best Job Blueprint for Footwear Retailers Do you ever feel drained at work or stuck in a routine that doesn’t align with your strengths? It doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode of The Footwear Retailer Podcast, Pete Mohr...