Being a woman in the fashion industry comes with extra challenges but also with a key competitive advantage for Mytheresa’s chief buying and group fashion venture officer.

Angel Reese is Reebok's first signature basketball player in more than a decade, and Grammy-winner Karol G recently signed on as a collaborative partner.

In addition to running her namesake jewelry label, Carter has collaborated with Nike and Timberland.

Rigamonti serves as creative director and head of design at Aerosoles.

"It starts at the entry point," the executive said of the brand's empowerment mission.

"This a real tipping point for women in sports," she said of the WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement.

The division president of New York Brands at Caleres is among the 2026 FN Women Who Rock honorees.

Marine Braquet and Paule Tenaillon talk patronizing gatekeepers, impostor syndrome and why success starts with being happy in one’s shoes.

How Brivio has been proving there’s not just one road to sensuality – nor to navigate the footwear industry.

Tomorrow’s leaders will win by building networks, listening across ages and staying sure-footed about what makes them unique.

The cult footwear brand has thrived organically over the past decade thanks to the razor-sharp vision of its founder and CEO, who is evolving her leadership style while staying true to her business’ mission.

Steve Madden group president Teri Cashel has worked at the company for 25 years.

Cohen is the chief marketing and social impact officer at Kenneth Cole Productions.

Katie Darling is vice president of DTC in North America at Puma.

Grubbs is among the Women Who Rock honorees in 2026.

Cumming is one of the Women Who Rock honorees in 2026.

Hvizdak is among the honorees for FN Women Who Rock 2026.

FN interviewed the owner and buyer of the long-standing Manhasset department store.

Jung Yoon at Michael Kors is among the Women Who Rock honorees in 2026.

Jessica Alsing is a fan of adaptability, the kind that's "risky and ambitious at the same time."

Allen is among the honorees for FN Women Who Rock 2026.

Antwi serves as chief legal, risk and human resources officer at Shoe Show Inc.

The veteran retail executive believes in the importance of work-life balance and fighting for equity.

Hartney added the title of chief digital officer in July 2025 after previously serving as chief marketing officer.

Simpson is advising all sides of the business to make sure the company is authentically meeting runners’ needs.

The vice president of wholesale has been a driving force at Shoes for a Cure.

Salomon tells FN gravel is its fastest-growing category.

The executive said men have a key role to play in the conversation, too.

Nordstrom, Paragon Sports, REI Co-op, Pacsun and more retailers explain what’s fueling Merrell’s marketplace momentum.

Susie Kuhn, Richard McLeod, Noreen Naroo-Pucci and Jessica Adler on all things Merrell.