Central London | November 27, 2024 The British Footwear Association (BFA) hosted the much-anticipated Footwear50 2024 event last night in Central London, bringing together the brightest minds and most innovative leaders in the footwear industry. This year’s Footwear50 list, now live, highlights the exceptional talent and dedication of professionals who continue to shape and redefine […] The post Footwear50 2024: Celebrating the Movers and Makers of the Footwear Industry appeared first on British Footwear Association ..read more

Who are we The British Footwear Association or BFA to use our shorthand name, has been in existence for 125 years and is a non-profit trade Association which represents some 200 members in the British footwear sector including design, retailing, manufacturing, sourcing, distribution and services. This £16 Billion Industry is a vital part of the […] The post Non-Executive Director (NED) – ESG appeared first on British Footwear Association ..read more

New Craft of Shoe Making Award sponsored by Carréducker INTRODUCTION The Cordwainers Footwear Awards (formerly the National Footwear Student of the Year Awards) were launched in 2014 to support the future of the footwear industry. This year we are thrilled to be launching a new Craft of Shoemaking Award sponsored by bespoke shoemakers, Carréducker, to […] The post Cordwainers Footwear Awards 2025 appeared first on British Footwear Association ..read more

Who are we The British Footwear Association or BFA to use our shorthand name, has been in existence for 125 years and is a non-profit trade Association which represents The British Footwear Association or BFA to use our shorthand name, has been in existence for 125 years and is a non-profit trade Association which represents […] The post Non-Executive Director (NED) – Retail appeared first on British Footwear Association ..read more

Nominations Now Open for Footwear50 2024: Celebrate the Industry’s Best! Do you know someone who’s making waves in the footwear industry? A colleague, mentor, or professional inspiration whose achievements deserve to be celebrated? Now’s your chance to shine a light on their success! The British Footwear Association (BFA), in partnership with Expo Riva Schuh & […] The post Nominations Now Open for Footwear50 2024: Celebrate the Industry’s Best! appeared first on British Footwear Association ..read more

BFDT Celebrates Second Year of Education and Training Grant Programme The British Footwear Development Trust (BFDT) is excited to announce the continuation of the grant programme, designed to support individuals and businesses to reach their full potential within the dynamic UK footwear landscape. The British Footwear Development Trust, a recognised charity, is committed to supporting the […] The post BFDT Celebrates Second Year of Education and Training Grant Programme appeared first on British Footwear Association ..read more

BFA Member, Loake Brothers a heritage British shoe brand known for its craftsmanship and quality, is proud to announce its exclusive partnership with BFA Partner Buyerdock to integrate Digital Product Passports (DPP) across its entire product range. Moving forward, every Loake product will feature a Buyerdock-powered DPP, setting a new standard in transparency, sustainability, and […] The post Loake Brothers Signs Exclusive Partnership with Buyerdock for Digital Product Passports appeared first on British Footwear Association ..read more

Celebrating BFA Members at the Drapers Footwear Awards 2024 The Drapers Footwear Awards 2024 was nothing short of spectacular, a night that illuminated the extraordinary creativity, resilience, and innovation that define the footwear industry. The evening was a testament to the outstanding achievements and relentless dedication of our industry leaders and their teams. We extend our heartiest congratulations to all the winners who have set new benchmarks of excellence. A special acknowledgement goes to our BFA members who have excelled across various categories, showcasing the remarkable tale ..read more

Footwear & Clothing Wholesaler Gains ISO 14001 Certification following focus on environmental sustainability practices. Gloucester based footwear and clothing wholesaler and BFA Member, Gardiner Bros and Footsure Western Ltd has gained ISO 14001:2015 certification following a focus and commitment to environmental sustainability practices. ISO 14001 is the internationally recognised standard for Environmental Management Systems (EMS). It provides a framework for organisations to design and implement an EMS, and continually improve their environmental performance. The framework encompasses ..read more

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