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    2025 SHOE SOURCING SHIFTS WEBINAR

    Thursday, March 13, 2025

    As 2025 unfolds under a new U.S. administration, the footwear industry faces a complex sourcing landscape shaped by rising tariffs, shifting trade policies, and evolving global economic dynamics. With inventory levels stabilizing post-pandemic and consumers demanding both cost-efficiency and innovation, footwear brands and suppliers must stay ahead of rapid changes in sourcing strategies.

    Join us for a critical analysis of the latest footwear sourcing trends, where we’ll break down the impact of new tariffs, key trade shifts, and cost factors influencing the industry. Key Highlights:

    • Tariff Impact Analysis – We will no doubt cover tariffs, but there is a range of new considerations in the footwear sourcing and supply chain landscape.
    • Exclusive Data Insights – Factory and material costs outlook. Capacity for continued growth in Vietnam and how sourcing is spilling elsewhere including India.
    • Special Briefing by Apex Logistics – Along with our expert analysis to help you improve your costing and planning, we will provide a country-by-county PDF analysis you can download afterwards as a valuable reference. This sourcing reference guide is only exclusive to those who register for this webinar.

    Sign up today for a full look at production around the world - you may find some very interesting intel to help you lower costs and find new opportunities!

  • Speakers

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    Mike Jeppessen

    Lead Director

    Manitobah

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    Mike Piza

    SVP, Corporate Business Development

    Apex Logistics

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    Gary Raines

    Chief Economist

    FDRA

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    Matt Priest

    President & CEO

    FDRA