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Ways to Support the Black Community in Austin, TX

Jun 2, 2020

Ways to Support the Black Community in Austin, TX

Fair and equal treatment have always been at the core of our company and transcend far beyond just our shoemakers ...
Makendy's Story: Part One

Feb 14, 2020

Makendy's Story: Part One

For the next month, we will have the pleasure of hosting a shoemaker from Port-Au-Prince, Haiti at our offices in Austin. Makendy Smith earned a fellowship through the Young Leaders of America Initiative. Today's post gives you his background and how he came to be here with us.
Makendy's Story: Part Two

Feb 14, 2020

Makendy's Story: Part Two

For the next month, we will have the pleasure of hosting a shoemaker from Port-Au-Prince, Haiti at our offices in Austin. Makendy Smith earned a fellowship through the Young Leaders of America Initiative. Today's post is about his first week in Texas and how he's spending his time. 
Makendy's Story: Part Three

Feb 14, 2020

Makendy's Story: Part Three

For the next month, we will have the pleasure of hosting a shoemaker from Port-Au-Prince, Haiti at our offices in Austin. Makendy Smith earned a fellowship through the Young Leaders of America Initiative. Today's post is about Makendy's workweek during which he visited numerous local businesses and artisans. 
In Gaby's Shoes: SXSW

Feb 14, 2020

In Gaby's Shoes: SXSW

In my communications class, my professor asked our class if we had a good spring break or, rather, a “collapse.” I, p...
makendy smith from austin tx poses for young leaders of america initiative (ylai)

Feb 14, 2020

Makendy's Story: Part Four

For the next month, we will have the pleasure of hosting a shoemaker from Port-Au-Prince, Haiti at our offices in Austin. Makendy Smith earned a fellowship through the Young Leaders of America Initiative. Today's post is Makendy's final blog entry to conclude his time in Texas. 
Summer To Do List | Austin, TX

Feb 14, 2020

Summer To Do List | Austin, TX

Here's a list of 25 things to do in our favorite city - Austin, Texas. If you aren't already in love, we promise checking activities off this list will have you head over heels (no shoe pun intended).
Products With Purpose | SXSW

Feb 14, 2020

Products With Purpose | SXSW

In March, South By Southwest took Austin by storm as it does every year, and this year was nothing less (and actually more) than we expected it would be.  This year, our very own Co-Founder Evan Streusand served on a panel titled: Products With Purpose: How Indie Brands Go Big.
best coffee shops in austin texas - two lattes on a wooden table

Feb 14, 2020

Sustainable City Guide: Austin, Texas Coffee Shops

Supporting local, fair-trade businesses is totally our jam. Here are five coffee shops to frequent if you want to consciously explore Austin’s java scene.

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