Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America
Trade Association
Founded in 1944, FDRA is governed and directed by footwear executives and is the only trade organization focused solely on the footwear industry. It serves the full footwear supply chain and boosts the bottom lines of its members through innovative products, training and consulting on footwear design and development, sourcing and compliance, trade and customs, advocacy, and consumer and sales trend analysis for retailers selling shoes around the world. FDRA also runs the footwear industry’s weekly podcast Shoe-In Show featuring leading footwear executives and experts discussing key business trends. Source
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Search ArticlesCathy Pryor Named COO of SHOE SHOW, INC.
Cathy Pryor Named COO of SHOE SHOW, INC. Posted at 12:02h in FDRA, Home, Latest News Featured, Corporate • July 28, 2026 CONCORD, NORTH CAROLINA (July 28, 2026) – Cathy Pryor, a member of the Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame and former Board Chair of the National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA), has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer of SHOE SHOW, INC. Jay Manning is retiring as COO on November 2, 2026 after 40 years with SHOE SHOW.
Steve Madden Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results
Steve Madden Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results Posted at 12:06h in FDRA, Home, Latest News Jul 30, 2026 6:59 AM Eastern Daylight Time LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Steven Madden, Ltd. (Nasdaq: SHOO) (the “Company”), a leading designer and marketer of fashion-forward footwear, accessories and apparel, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.
VF Corporation Delivered First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Ahead of Guidance
VF Corporation Delivered First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Ahead of Guidance Posted at 12:05h in FDRA, Home, Latest News Download as PDF Raises full year revenue outlook to +2% or better C$ vs. LY Appoints Abhishek Dalmia as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)– VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) today reported financial results for its first quarter (Q1’27) ended June 27, 2026 ahead of guidance and raises full year revenue outlook.
VIDA SHOES INTERNATIONAL, INC. ACQUIRES DONALD PLINER®
VIDA SHOES INTERNATIONAL, INC. ACQUIRES DONALD PLINER® Posted at 12:04h in FDRA, Home, Latest News News provided by Vida Shoes International Jul 28, 2026, 10:10 ET , /PRNewswire/ — Vida Shoes International, Inc. (www.vidagroup.com), a leader in the women’s, children’s and men’s footwear industry with Sunrise Brands, proudly announced that it has acquired the Donald Pliner® brand, including all associated intellectual property and brand assets. The transaction officially closed on July 20, 2026.
Genesco Announces schuh Leadership Transition
Genesco Announces schuh Leadership Transition Posted at 12:00h in FDRA, Home, Latest News July 27, 2026 at 6:50 AM EDT NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 27, 2026– Genesco (NYSE: GCO) announced today the appointment of Tomas Petersson as president of schuh, the Company’s U.K. business selling branded footwear to the youth consumer. Petersson succeeds Colin Temple, who is retiring after a successful 38-year tenure with the business. This press release features multimedia.
All Three Independent Proxy Advisory Firms Recommend Genesco Shareholders Vote “FOR” All Nine of Genesco’s Directors
NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Genesco Inc. (NYSE: GCO) today announced that independent proxy advisory firms Glass Lewis & Co. (“Glass Lewis”) and Egan-Jones Proxy Services (“Egan-Jones”), in addition to Institutional Shareholder Services (“ISS”), have recommended that shareholders vote “FOR” ONLY Genesco’s nine highly-qualified directors on the WHITE proxy card in connection with the Company’s upcoming 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for July 21, 2026.
Majority of Back-to-School Shoppers Get a Head Start on the Season
WASHINGTON – Consumers are getting an early start on back-to-school shopping, with 62% of shoppers having already started shopping for the school year by early July, according to the annual survey released today by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. While the figure is down slightly from 67% at the same point in 2025, it remains significantly higher than the 55% reported in 2024.
PVH Corp. Appoints Alexis Rollier as Chief Financial Officer
PVH Corp. Appoints Alexis Rollier as Chief Financial Officer Posted at 10:56h in FDRA, Home, Latest News Jul. 14, 2026 Mr. Rollier brings more than 30 years of global finance, operations and omni-channel retail experience. He joins PVH from LVMH-owned Sephora, where he has served as Global Chief Operating Officer and Global Chief Financial Officer since 2018.
Walmart Helps Americans Navigate Their Annual Back-to-School Reset with Unmatched Value, Convenience and Style
Walmart Helps Americans Navigate Their Annual Back-to-School Reset with Unmatched Value, Convenience and Style Posted at 10:57h in FDRA, Home, Latest News Jul 15, 2026 8:37 AM Eastern Daylight Time BENTONVILLE, Ark.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Every summer, millions of Americans prepare for one of life’s biggest annual reset moments. Parents are rebuilding routines. Students are getting ready for new classrooms and campuses. Teachers are stocking supplies for a new school year.
Genesco Names Jonathan Collins Chief Financial Officer
Genesco Names Jonathan Collins Chief Financial Officer Posted at 11:54h in FDRA, Home, Latest News June 29, 2026 at 6:50 AM EDT NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jun. 29, 2026– Genesco Inc. (NYSE: GCO) today announced the appointment of Jonathan Collins as Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, effective August 3, 2026, following a comprehensive search process. Collins will report directly to Genesco Board Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer Mimi E.