AWARDS NEWS
Plans for The Footwear Industry Awards are
already in place and even at this early stage we have our very first sponsor signed up, Cherry Blossom, who will very kindly be laying on another lavish champagne reception.
The Footwear Industry Awards will take place on Sunday 16th February at
The National Motorcycle Museum, following the first day of Moda. A firm supporter of the Awards, the Society of Shoe Fitters' Laura West
said: "The Society of Shoe Fitters was delighted to see the Footwear Awards gain in popularity in 2013 especially in such testing times. Only the second event and the number of retailers and suppliers attending made it a truly special evening. As an all-inclusive event with a great compere, good food and far too much wine flowing, as well as entertainment throughout the evening, it is not to be missed. A professionally run event for every size of company and worthy of a professional industry."
Chairman of the British Footwear Association Richard Kottler added:
"The British Footwear Association was delighted to be able to support the Footwear Awards in their second successful edition and we are keen to be linked with this event in 2014.
"We believe that the Awards – other than being a great, unfussy
networking opportunity – are rewarding the achievements of footwear companies that were not being recognised until these Awards were created. We know that the many BFA member companies that entered various categories, whether they won or not, were pleased to do so. It is considered an honour to come first and it was great sight to see so many happy recipients of Awards walking back to their tables clutching their award and with a huge grin on their faces !
"Anything that raises the profile of the industry and acknowledges the
hard work and dedication of both new and established brands deserves the support of the whole industry and the BFA, which has the honour to represent it."
Event Director Paul Ryder commented: “Feedback on the 2013 Awards has
been excellent. With the support of the industry we were able to make an even bigger investment in the event – a brand new venue, enhanced AV and of course, first class food. We are delighted to be returning to The National Motorcycle Museum in 2014, which everyone agreed was a superb venue to support this growing event. The Awards not only reward the brands, people and services of the future but offers an important opportunity to network with friends and colleagues in a relaxed environment following a day at Moda. We look forward to accommodating an even greater number of guests next year.
There is LOTS in the pipeline for 2014 - additional features,
category enhancement and more... make sure you visit
www.footwearindustryawards.com regularly and keep up to date with the magazine so as not to miss any of the exciting opportunities the event has to offer!
4 • FOOTWEAR TODAY • APRIL 2013
www.footweartoday.co.uk
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