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Sole Launches the Jasper Chukka with ReCork 

“For a long time, innovation in footwear has focused only on comfort and performance, with sustainability being an afterthought. With the Jasper Chukka, we set out to prove that all three can go hand-in-hand,” —Sole and ReCork Founder/CEO Mike Baker.

Werner Riethmann Departs Active Management of Lowa

After more than 30 years, Werner Riethmann left active management of Lowa Sportschuh GmbH at the end of December 2023. He will remain with the Bavarian hiking and mountain boot specialist as a shareholder with a 20 percent share and in an advisory capacity.

Vaude Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

With new CFO Melissa Wach and CEO Antje von Dewitz, the management team is now 50 percent female. Women hold prominent positions across the board in leadership roles at Vaude, constituting approximately 45 percent of executive positions.