Six Footwear Professionals Join WIFI Leadership Council

Thursday, 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.  

In coordination with the WIFI Advisory Board, members of the Leadership Council focus on fostering community engagement, implementing programs, and driving initiatives to support women’s advancement.  


This latest group of women to join the WIFI Leadership Council includes:     

Kathleen Cavicchia-LaDore, President, Betsey Johnson (Steve Madden) 

Kate Destinon, President, Nunn Bush (Weyco Group) 

Alyssa Russomondo, Vice President of Sales, Calvin Klein Womens Footwear (Marc Fisher Footwear) 

Kourtney Kaisher, Senior Strategic Account Manager, Birkenstock

Alyza Mandujano, Divisional Retail Merchandiser, Shoes and Kids, Nordstrom 

Eliza French, Vice President Design and Development, Marc Fisher Footwear 


Learn more about WIFI, the Advisory Board, and Leadership Council at twoten.org/wifi.