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12/03/2025 | Press release | Archived content

Footwear50 2025: Movers and Makers

About Footwear50 in partnership with Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags

Footwear50 celebrates and honours 50 individuals across eleven categories within the footwear industry in 2025. The initiative is widely respected and has been embraced by the whole industry.

Chosen through an industry-wide nomination process and pared down by the BFA Board of Directors, these individuals represent the most influential and inspiring figures in the sector.

The initiative is inclusive, welcoming both BFA Members and non-members.

Footwear50 culminates in a networking reception in London, where we officially unveil the celebrated list. This event brings together industry professionals to honour their peers' exceptional contributions, making Footwear50 a celebrated milestone in the footwear industry calendar.

Meet the 2025 Movers & Makers shaping the future of footwear.

Sustainability

Supported by Eurofins BLC

Recognising individuals or businesses making a significant impact in driving sustainable practices across the footwear industry - from materials innovation to ethical production and circular business models

John Kennedy

Chief Executive Officer
Gen Phoenix

Rhian Owen

Lead Project Manager
Eurofins Sustainability Services

Connor Tracy

Regeneration (Product & Value Chain)
Vivobarefoot

Paul Foulkes-Arellano

Founder
Circuthon®

Tom Evans

Innovation and Sustainability Design Manager
AirWair International

Helen Denton

Accounts Manager
DB Shoes

Nigel Bradbury

Sustainability Manager
schuh

Explore the Footwear50 list.

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