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 | 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,...
by Inah Mallare | Feb 20, 2025 | FRP
Running an independent footwear store today isn’t for the faint of heart. You’re juggling rising costs, supply chain headaches, and staffing challenges, all while competing with big-box retailers and e-commerce giants. Sound familiar? The good news is that independent...
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...
by Peter Mohr | Jan 16, 2025 | FRP
Leadership, Legacy, and Growth in Retail with Mark Wagner In this episode of The Footwear Retailer Podcast, Pete Mohr chats with Mark Wagner, a sixth-generation retailer and HR Director at Shoe Fly, about navigating the complexities of retail growth and leadership....
