Meet some of the footwear community's most interesting people, including Two Ten scholars and grant recipients, volunteers and supporters.
March 30, 2026
Kristen Decker describes herself as a “cowgirl.” No matter the day or activity, you’ll usually find her in a cowboy hat and Western boots. But when she decided to start her own brand, she saw a chance to do something different: craft a high-end Western boot with sustainability at its core from day one.
March 23, 2026
Christa Giansiracusa is a sophomore at Plymouth State University studying environmental studies. She and her father, Craig — a footwear industry veteran — spoke about how a scholarship from Two Ten is helping her pursue her dream of working with animals and nature.
February 27, 2026
Kimberly Magnus is a VP II at Circana, author of Unleashed, leadership coach, and frequent WIFI speaker. In this guest article, she shares practical insights to help you align your values, lead with empathy, amplify strengths, and embrace the power of everyday leadership.
February 27, 2026
"She Steps Up" is a monthly recognition series that shines a light on women in the footwear industry. The theme for this month’s spotlight is "Creative Thinkers: Women whose imagination and fresh ideas spark new ways forward," and the spotlight centers on Anika Jaan, Founder and President of Stitchwalker Leather, her custom footwear business dedicated to crafting handmade leather shoes and boots.
