What’s Selling: A Runner’s Mind – Burlingame, CA
After the closing of Burlingame’s go-to specialty running store, a local family decided to fill the void by opening A Runner’s Mind (ARM) in 2010.
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What’s Selling: Hometeam Seattle, Seattle Washington
For the Town, By the Town.” Hometeam Seattle’s motto reflects its owners’ commitment to embracing their community. In 2023, former Nike Jordan designer Ben Kirschner
Peak Condition
Peter Sachs, former general manager of Lowa Boots, reflects on 50 years in the outdoor industry.
What’s Selling: The Mountain Goat – Manchester, VT
The Mountain Goat co-owners, Ann and Ron Houser first spotted the charming town of Manchester, VT, on a bike ride to Canada. It left such an impression on the adventurous Virginia natives that they returned, this time to make their dream of opening an outdoor shop a reality.
What’s Selling: Lebeda’s Boot Hideaway – Fairfield, NJ
A western specialty boots store in suburban NJ…Just how rare is that?
Prove It All Night
Birkenstock Americas CEO David Kahan recalls putting in the work, one independent account at a time.
Taking Stock
Hawley Lane Shoes Owner David Levy’s career runs from Wall Street dreams to Main Street success.
Unicorn Hunter
ShoeBuy.com Founder Scott Savitz continues to set the pace in the start-up universe.
And the Man Played On
Legendary shoe retail expert Joe Salzano, a 26-year veteran of Clarks Companies NA, is still swinging away.
Girl Power
Jacqueline Van Dine, vice president of merchandising and product for Birkenstock, reflects on a full circle journey.
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