WIFI connects and empowers women in the footwear industry by providing a forum to network, learn, and grow professionally. Our community celebrates the women shaping the industry, promotes skill development, and fosters a supportive network of women and allies across companies and career stages.
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.
Event Wednesday, April 1, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Eastern Time)
Join us in Boston for an inspiring evening of connection and storytelling with women across the footwear industry. Hosted by New Balance and Two Ten, with support from ALDO, this networking event, "Lifting as We Climb: One Step at a Time," celebrates progress, shares wisdom, and uplifts women at every stage of their journey.
Register NowCommunity Story 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.
Read MoreNews 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.
Read MoreNews 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
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