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• EXPO RIVA SCHUH HEADING FOR THE LANDMARK OF THE 80TH EDITION, FROM JUNE 15TH TO 18TH  

  A DATE AT RIVA DEL GARDA WITH THE SPRING/SUMMER 2014 COLLECTIONS  From June 15th to 18th the appointment with Expo Riva Schuh once again returns, celebrating its first 80 editions based on a strong international calling and the desire to continue on the crest of the wave of the last edition, which closed with great satisfaction for the results achieved, both in terms of quantity and also for the quality of business which was developed.

   

• The Society of Shoe Fitters 53rd AGM held in London 

  The Society of Shoe Fitters recently held its 53^rd AGM in London. The Society would like to thank Jan Parry of Parry Shoes, Haverfordwest, S. Wales, for completing her two year term in office as President so successfully.  Jan helped to drive forward the SSF Infant Fitting Gauges and the recent National Shoe Fitting Week - Keep Feet Fit as well as a great supporter of the Footwear Awards, which aimed to recognise the smaller people within the footwear industry. all notable landmark's in the colourful SSF history

• Skechers Performance Division @ Blenheim Triathlon 

  The Skechers Performance Division is proud to announce its partnership with the 2013 Blenheim Triathlon. Following the success of the London Triathlon partnership the Skechers Performance Division are delighted to be the official footwear sponsor for another major triathlon event, The Blenheim Triathlon.

• Harrods – Skechers GOwalk™ 

  We are pleased to announce the launch of the Skechers GOwalk™ window In Harrods. This year’s theme of enchanted garden allowed us to design one of the best creative Harrods windows we have ever produced!  The window will be installed for the next four weeks on Hans Crescent. Skechers GOwalk™ our global number-one, best-selling lightweight leisure shoe, ideal for everyday use. Skechers GOwalk™ shoes are light and flexible, helping you to walk naturally and keeping your feet cool and comfortable. They are also machine washable. Sketches GOwalk™ are available in a variety of colours from classic black to on-trend coral perfect for any type of walking! They are priced £50.

• BFA appoints new Sales and Marketing Director 

  The British Footwear Association (BFA) has announced the appointment of John Saunders in the new role of Sales and Marketing Director. John, 55, has over 30 years experience in the footwear industry, having worked internationally and in export with SSL/ Scholl at director level and in senior roles with US company Brown Shoe Corporation, Florida Group and Start-rite.

  The new Sales and Marketing Director role has been created by the BFA in line with its development programme aimed at providing increasing support for its members and the UK footwear industry. A key part of the role is to take over management of all exhibitions and international shows that BFA members attend. He succeeds Nicholas Parry-Billings who is retiring.

  Richard Kottler, CEO of the BFA commented: "We are delighted John is joining us in this exciting period of development in the BFA. The new role is a critical development in our strategy of providing major support for British footwear companies. John will be the primary link with our increasing membership, and his particular skills and export experience will be invaluable".

  "I would also like to pay tribute to Nicholas Parry-Billings who is retiring after 19 years with the BFA. He has stamped his unique style on the job of building up and supporting the export efforts of British footwear companies. Under his guidance these efforts are being translated into great success and the industry owes him a huge debt of gratitude for these achievements."