Following the success of the 2019 event, Datateam Business Media – publisher of Footwear Today magazine – is delighted to announce that entries for the 9th iteration of the Footwear Industry Awards are open. As the landmark occasion in the industry’s calendar, the awards scheme has been holding the footwear sector to a standard of excellence for almost a decade – and now is the time for the industry’s leading brands and retailers to put themselves in the running to win a prestigious trophy. What’s to be won? The 2020 event will host a diverse range of categories, each designed to recognise eve ..read more

Following the success of the 2019 event, Datateam Business Media – publisher of Footwear Today magazine – is delighted to announce that entries for the 9th iteration of the Footwear Industry Awards are open. As the landmark occasion in the industry’s calendar, the awards scheme has been holding the footwear sector to a standard of excellence for almost a decade – and now is the time for the industry’s leading brands and retailers to put themselves in the running to win a prestigious trophy. What’s to be won? The 2020 event will host a diverse range of categories, each designed to recognise eve ..read more

The very best in footwear gathered at Birmingham’s National Conference Centre on Sunday 17 February for the annual Footwear Industry Awards. Organised by Datateam Business Media, publisher of Footwear Today magazine, the Awards have been specifically designed to celebrate the brands, retailers and professionals at the heart of the vibrant sector. Footwear Today editor Cheryl Taylor opened the evening’s proceedings with a speech, saying: “The Footwear Industry Awards is a chance for us all to reflect on the successes and achievements of this incredible sector over the past twelve months – and ..read more

Professionals from across the footwear sector have submitted thousands of individual votes to make sure that their voices are heard at the 2019 edition of the Footwear Industry Awards. With the scheme taking another step towards the big reveal, now is the time to secure a ticket for the unmissable awards ceremony – where another wave of innovative brands, creative retailers and passionate individuals will be inducted into the prestigious hall of fame. Tickets can be purchased online on the Footwear Industry Awards website and with a limited number available, those that wish to attend are enco ..read more

The 2019 edition of the Footwear Industry Awards is well underway, and Skechers – a global leader in the performance and lifestyle footwear industry – has committed its support as headline sponsor of the prestigious scheme, designed to champion excellence across the footwear sector. Skechers joins the line-up of companies already sponsoring which includes Cherry Blossom, Hotter, Legero and Superfit and supporters the British Footwear Association (BFA), Footwear Friends, Footwear Today and The Society of Shoe Fitters. The next step With entries and nominations now closed for all but one categor ..read more

The Footwear Industry Awards 2019 is underway and with entries now open, outstanding brands, retailers and individuals from across the sector are invited to put themselves in the running for a prestigious accolade. Entering couldn’t be simpler; the online form available on the new Footwear Industry Awards website allows companies to submit an entry in one or multiple categories in just a matter of minutes. Nominations are also greatly encouraged, so companies can shine a spotlight on the incredible brands or retailers that they work with using the same online form. Click here to submit an ent ..read more

Could you do with a fun night out? In 2019 the Society of Shoe Fitters will be celebrating its 60th year – Diamond Anniversary and we hope everyone will unite and help celebrate this amazing feat at the Footwear Awards Dinner on Sunday February 17th, hosted by Datateam/Footwear Today magazine. Plans are afoot to make this event fun and enjoyable. Those attending will receive a goodie bag (items welcomed), with an additional competition ‘Age the Feet and Footwear’ sponsored by Start-rite – offering the winner *free shoes for the year (*T&C’s apply). There will be the much-loved Red & Bl ..read more

Following the success of 2018, Datateam Business Media – publisher of Footwear Today magazine – is delighted to announce that the Footwear Industry Awards 2019 will open for entries and nominations on Monday 3 September. In the eight years since its inception, the scheme has secured its place as a key feature on the footwear trade’s calendar by providing an unrivalled platform for recognising the very best in the sector, from independent retailers to global footwear brands. Winning can set a company apart from its competitors, raise its profile and stimulate market interest. What’s more, as th ..read more

The very best from across the footwear sector gathered at Birmingham’s National Conference Centre on Sunday 18 February to find out who would be taking home a prestigious accolade at the seventh annual Footwear Industry Awards. Organised by Datateam Business Media, publisher of Footwear Today magazine, and supported by the British Footwear Association (BFA), the Independent Footwear Retailer’s Association (IFRA) and the Society of Shoe Fitters (SSF), the Awards recognises and rewards the brands and individuals that make the sector so vibrant. The evening began with an exclusive cocktail recept ..read more