Wolverine Worldwide

10/13/2026

How does a new shoe come to life? A lot of collaboration and a few thousand miles of travel.

Recently, members of the Merrell product team traveled to Vietnam and China as part of the development process for future Spring/Summer 2028 products.

Working side-by-side with factory partners and suppliers, the team reviewed prototypes, tested updates, and refined designs in real time. Changes that might take days across time zones could be made and evaluated in a matter of hours.

From visiting material suppliers to final product reviews, the trip helped move ideas closer to the trail while strengthening the partnerships behind every Merrell product.

Experiences like these not only make our products better, they help our teams deepen their expertise, build global connections, and continue growing in their careers.

10/09/2026

This week, we hosted our fifth annual Global Careers Conference 2026!

Team members from around the world heard from keynote speaker Matt Priest, President and CEO of the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA), who shared insights on industry changes and how they are shaping the future of how we work, grow, and build careers at Wolverine Worldwide.

Thank you to our presenters for leading engaging professional development sessions, our event team for bringing this global experience to life, and our team members for continuing to Stay Curious. and never stop learning.

Here's to our shared commitment to Make. Every Day. Better.

10/08/2026

At Wolverine Worldwide, our people are our greatest asset. That's why we're excited to give you an inside look at the individuals who make our Company such a great place to work through our new video series, Life at Wolverine Worldwide.

In this episode, you'll meet Janet Huey, Vice President of Human Resource Business Partners. During her more than 20 years with Wolverine Worldwide, Janet has worked across regions and areas of the business, giving her a uniquely broad perspective on our Company and culture.

Janet, thank you for your many contributions to Make. Every Day. Better.

Like what you hear? Explore current career opportunities at Wolverine Worldwide: wolverineworldwide.com/careers

10/06/2026

Chaco's second annual Designapalooza competition is in its final stages, and they need your help choosing this year's winners!

After receiving over 200 original sandal strap design submissions, the team has narrowed down 12 finalists. Cast your vote for the final six winning entries by visiting Chaco's Instagram page: instagram.com/chacofootwear

To vote, simply "like" your favorite design. You can vote for multiple entries.

Six winners will be selected, and their creations will be produced as limited-edition Chaco products.

Voting closes on October 11, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

This is another great example of how Chaco continues to engage and connect with its passionate community. Great work, Team Chaco!

10/02/2026

Exciting news from our Merrell team, as featured in Footwear News.

Through a new three-year partnership with Sundance Collab, Merrell is bringing its "It Starts Outside" brand platform to life through the power of filmmaking.

In its inaugural year, the partnership will support six short films that explore the many ways the outdoors can inspire connection, creativity, and personal transformation, proving there is no single definition of what the outdoors can unlock.

We look forward to seeing these stories come to life at the 2027 Sundance Film Festival and hearing directly from the six filmmakers behind them.

Merrell inked a three-year deal with Sundance to expand its messaging through film. The deal also includes a sponsorship of the 2027 Film Festival.

10/01/2026

Saucony's highly anticipated Space Cowboy collection launches tomorrow, October 2!

The collection "turns two American frontiers into one design language," according to media outlet Stupid DOPE. But "the most compelling aspect of Space Cowboy is not any single material. It is the decision to distribute the idea across five fundamentally different shoes."

Space Cowboy includes five silhouettes, all with different interpretations of futuristic-meets Western. Which silhouette is your favorite?
🛸 ProGrid Triumph 4
🐴 ProGrid V2
🛸 586i
🐴 Endorphin Elite 3
🛸 Endorphin Azura

Shop the collection, while supplies last, at saucony.com tomorrow.

https://bit.ly/spacecowboysd

09/29/2026

Wolverine Worldwide was proud to serve as the presenting sponsor of Women in Power 2026, hosted by WWD, Footwear News, and Beauty Inc.

Women in Power brings together influential leaders from across fashion, beauty, retail, and beyond for an afternoon of meaningful conversation, connection, and inspiration.

This year's program explored how today's leaders are creating opportunities, driving change, and shaping the future for the next generation. Among those leading the conversation was our own Janice Tennant, Global Brand President of Merrell, who shared insights during The Power of Owning Your Path, a discussion centered on navigating leadership, embracing growth, and forging a meaningful career journey.

We're proud to support initiatives that elevate women leaders and help inspire those who will follow in their footsteps.

Picture credit: Allie Joseph ()

09/28/2026

Earlier this month, our team had the privilege of sponsoring and attending the Black Footwear Forum (BFF), powered by Pensole Lewis and the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA).

BFF continues to foster meaningful dialogue, connection, and collaboration across our industry while advancing a mission we strongly support. At Wolverine Worldwide, creating a workplace where team members can contribute authentically, feel valued, and thrive is woven into how we do business every day.

We're grateful for the insights and perspectives shared at this year's event and look forward to putting those learnings into action as we continue building a culture of belonging on our journey to Make. Every Day. Better.

See pictures from our Merrell team's breakout session, which explored what’s next for Idlewild and how community, creativity, and collaborations can help honor its legacy while creating new possibilities.

09/22/2026

Please join us in congratulating Greg Silva, Vice President of Finance at Saucony, and Cindy Smies, Director of Corporate Communications at Wolverine Worldwide, on being named to Crain's Grand Rapids Business' 40 Under 40 Class of 2026.

We're proud to have two of the region's brightest leaders representing Wolverine Worldwide as we strive to Make. Every Day. Better.

Greg and Cindy, thank you for your leadership, dedication, and impact. From driving business performance to telling the stories that bring our brands and culture to life, your contributions help strengthen the Company every day.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Learn more about our honorees:
Greg's interview 👉 https://bit.ly/40u40silva
Cindy's interview 👉 https://bit.ly/40u40smies

09/21/2026

Our Global Sourcing Team recently wrapped up another successful Sourcing Summit, hosted at our global headquarters in Rockford, Michigan, and featuring keynote speaker Matt Priest, President and CEO of the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA)

For the past three years, Wolverine Worldwide has hosted two Sourcing Summits annually, one in APAC and one in the U.S.

These events are designed to strengthen relationships, deepen alignment, and foster collaboration with our valued factory partners. Each Summit provides dedicated time to connect, share ideas, and reinforce our collective commitment to long-term success.

Thank you to our partners for traveling to our hometown and for their continued collaboration and support. We look forward to building on this momentum as we continue to Make. Every Day. Better.