Women Who Rock
Dansko President Kitty Bolinger on the Importance of Building a Squad
Bolinger took over leadership of Dansko in fall 2023.
How Adidas S.E.E.D. Leader Cheresse Thornhill-Goldson Is Creating a Pathway for Women of Color in Sneakers
Adidas S.E.E.D. is a paid two-year footwear design program for BIPOC women.
Why Timberland President Nina Flood Takes Great Pride in Her Role as Teacher
The VF Corp. veteran always wanted to be an educator, but uses similar strategies in building and growing her…
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Exclusive: CNN Star Kaitlan Collins and Brand Architect Marina Larroudé Get Candid About Career Lessons and the Pivotal Role of Women Voters in the 2024 Election
FN brought the two rising stars together for an illuminating conversation.
FitFlop Founder Marcia Kilgore on How to Bounce Back From Failure
"I fail every day that our numbers don't hit our targets," said the entrepreneur.
How Robin Green’s Athlete Journey Informs Her Leadership Style at Hoka
Green was named president of Hoka in February 2024.
New Balance Exec Melissa Worth Reveals Her Professional Superpower — And the One She’s Still Working On
Worth joined New Balance in 2018 and now leads more than 2,000 employees in the brand's largest region.
Rothy’s CEO Jenny Ming on Leading a Female Power Team and Mentoring Peers
Ming joined Rothy's as chief executive officer in January.
How Hudson’s Bay CEO Liz Rodbell Rose to the Top and Helps Others Get There
"Extraordinary success comes when women support women," said Rodbell.
Tamara Mellon Has Some Sage Advice for Rising Female Leaders
The longtime fashion executive encourages young women to cultivate a great network.
Why Puma Chief Product Officer Maria Valdes Believes Leading With Empathy Is Critical to Success
"I faced a new challenge almost every day that I will admit has not been easy. But I understand that taking…
Martha Stewart Talks Empowering Women, Working With Skechers and Nailing Instagram at FN’s Women Who Rock 2023
The FN cover star was the leading speaker at FN and Two Ten's annual event that highlights womens'…
How These Sneaker Entrepreneurs Are Solving the Problems Women Have With Shoes
Natalie White of Moolah Kicks, Brooke Torres of Hilma and Sarah Sukumaran of Lilith NYC have used their…
9 Female Shoe Execs Explain How They Overcame Their Biggest Challenges This Year
Leaders from Zappos, Shoe Show, On, Saucony and more reveal their tactics for dealing with change.
How Leaders From Nike, Caleres, Vaila Shoes & Tiannia Barnes Are Succeeding With Diversity Efforts
The executives shared their successes as part of FN's "Women Who Rock" issue.