Program updates, event highlights and other news
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.
February 26, 2026
Six footwear professionals were appointed to Two Ten's Women in the Footwear Industry (WIFI) Leadership Council this month, joining a diverse group of leaders who are working to elevate women in our industry.
February 18, 2026
The Women in the Footwear Industry (WIFI) community is excited to announce the appointment of Kelli Fujitani, Senior Executive Vice President of Women’s Sales at Marc Fisher Footwear, to its Advisory Board
February 17, 2026
Two Ten Footwear Foundation today announced that Mark Lardie, President and CEO of Rack Room Shoes, will be the 2026 recipient of the A.A. Bloom Memorial Award, which recognizes extraordinary service to advance the Foundation's mission of lifting lives in footwear.
January 29, 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 “Mentors and Educators: Coaches, trainers, and people developers who invest in others,” and the spotlight centers on Catherine Hernandez, CFM (Color, Materials, Finishes) Designer at Skechers.
