Brand and Retail Leaders Discuss the Power of Their Partnerships With Marc Fisher Footwear
Stephen Garner
Senior Editor
Billboard Women in Music 2025
“Congratulations to Marc and the entire Marc Fisher team on 20 years of exceptional work. I’ve had the privilege of knowing and being inspired by Marc for even longer than that, and it’s been a pleasure to watch the [company] grow and lead with such vision and integrity. Look forward to what we will do together and wishing you continued success in the decades ahead.” – Kenneth Cole, founder, chairman and chief creative officer, Kenneth Cole Productions Inc.
“We are honored to be the premier brand within the Marc Fisher Footwear portfolio. Over the past 20 years, Marc and I have built a true collaboration founded on shared values of excellence, innovation, and craftsmanship. Marc Fisher Footwear’s commitment to outstanding product quality and design has been a key factor in Guess’s success as a true lifestyle global brand. We look forward to continuing this exceptional partnership for years to come allowing us to bring fashion-forward, premium footwear to our customers worldwide.” – Paul Marciano, co-founder and chief creative officer, Guess Inc.
“Marc is a true trailblazer. A legend in the shoe business just like his dad. Like father, like son.” – Jamie Salter, founder, chairman and CEO, Authentic Brands Group.
“Marc Fisher Footwear’s consumer-first approach and commitment to strong partnership have enabled us to reinforce the strength of our two iconic brands, Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, in the marketplace. We’re grateful for our continued work together.” – Donald Kohler, CEO, PVH Americas.
“In Designer Brands’ partnership with Marc for all these years, his incredible passion for creating compelling styles has always been apparent, as evidenced in the powerful portfolio of brands he manages today. We wish him many more years of providing consumers with beautiful footwear.” – Doug Howe, CEO, Designer Brands.
“There are so many great brands you have built over the last two decades. We can always count on beautiful designs and exceptional quality with each collection of shoes you introduce. We appreciate the collaborative relationship that we have had over so many seasons and look forward to many more together.” – Tacey Powers, EVP and GMM for shoes, Nordstrom.
“As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Marc Fisher Footwear, their product expertise and production capabilities have established them as an industry leader. They serve and inspire customers across all price points and lifestyles, making them a beloved brand and a respected name in the fashion world. Their team of experts continues to go above and beyond to support our business initiatives, showcasing their passion, creativity and dedication to excellence. We are proud to call Marc Fisher Footwear one of our largest partners. Congratulations on this significant milestone and we look forward to more years of success, innovation and creating Macy’s moments together.” – Nata Dvir, chief merchandising officer, Macy’s.
“At Bloomingdale’s, we have been collaborative partners with Marc and the team for the past 20 years and are looking forward to much future success.” – Jennifer Jones, SVP and GMM of women’s accessories, Bloomingdale’s.
“Marc Fisher has shaped the footwear industry through artistic innovation, crafting iconic fashion footwear for people worldwide. The Fisher team possesses a rare blend of creative design and strategic foresight, thriving in an ever-evolving market. Most importantly, the team at Marc Fisher Footwear leads with integrity and passion. I am honored to be the Canadian distributor for Marc Fisher and look forward to many more years together.” – Larry Gladstone, managing partner, Trend Marketing.
“For 20 years, Marc Fisher Footwear has set the standard for excellence, bringing innovation, quality and a deep understanding of both the market and retail relationships to every partnership. At Authentic, we value our trusted collaboration with Marc and his team, who have been incredible stewards of brands like Nine West, Hunter, Bandolino and Rockport. Their dedication to craftsmanship and commitment to strong retail partnerships have made them one of the most respected operators in the industry. Congratulations on this milestone—we look forward to many more years of shared success.” – Jarrod Weber, global president of sports and lifestyle at Authentic Brands Group.
