From top left: Robbie Fuller, Sissi Johnson, Eelko Moorer, Marta Andreassi, Chen Wang, Felipe Fiallo, Ann Wiliams, Havva Mustafa.

GLOBAL FOOTWEAR AWARDS ANNOUNCES RENOWNED JURY PANEL FOR THE 5TH EDITION

Meet the jury members who will be evaluating bold, sustainable, and innovative designs at the 2024 Global Footwear Awards, bringing fresh perspectives and expertise from across the footwear industry to recognize and celebrate innovation.

Switzerland – The Global Footwear Awards (GFA), the leading international competition recognizing excellence in footwear design, announces its esteemed jury for the 2024 edition. Celebrating creativity, innovation, sustainability, and social impact within the footwear industry, the awards provide a global platform for professionals and students to showcase their cutting-edge designs. From concept to manufacturing, GFA highlights the best and most innovative solutions shaping the future of footwear.

This year’s jury features a diverse panel of influential figures from the footwear industry and related sectors. These experts include Havva Mustafa, Founder & Designer and Footwear Design Lecturer; Luis Valenzuela, Founder and Chief Curator of Miami Shoe Museum; Felipe Fiallo, Creative Director at Felipe Fiallo S.R.L.S; Caroline de Baere, Footwear Industry Expert and Educator; Robbie Fuller, Creative Director at Anta Group; Sissi Johnson, Founder of SelfSells and MBA Professor; Sean Williams, Co-Founder of OSD, SOLEcial Studies; Jazerai Allen-Lord, Founder of True to Size; Ann Williams, Co-Founder and Footwear Design Director at Schwilliamz Creative Consultants; Mary Norton, Luxury Accessories Design Director at Savannah College of Art; Oronzo De Matteis, CEO and Creative Director of OROORO Brand Luxury; Chen Wang, Director of RedBoots Award; Monica Mei, Footwear Designer and Product Manager at Vera Wang; Marta Andreassi, Freelance Footwear Designer and former designer at Dolce & Gabbana; Mathew Kurien and Arshiya Kapoor, Heads of Department at MIT Institute of Design; Eelko Moorer, Course Leader MA Footwear at London College of Fashion; Matteo Fermani, Product Development Coordinator at Hugo Boss; Sara Paiva, Director at The Shoe Museum; Fionn Corcoran-Tadd, Innovation Designer at Adidas; Yael Joyce Vantu, Chief Product Officer and Head of Design at Balena; Robert Quach, Expert Designer Jordan SP at Nike; Julia Lebosse, Founder of Sneakers by Women; and Timon Kuhlenkamp, Performance Footwear Designer at On Running. Discover their impressive accolades and extensive experience at Global Footwear Awards – Jury.

Astrid Hébert, co-founder of the Global Footwear Awards, shared her insights on the upcoming edition: “Footwear design is all about ideas that walk ahead of their time—both literally and figuratively. Our jury seeks bold, sustainable, and innovative designs that not only push the industry forward but also make a lasting impact. We encourage everyone to bring their unique vision to the table and take advantage of this opportunity for both recognition and valuable career advancement.”

The Global Footwear Awards offers participants a prestigious opportunity to gain international recognition for their designs, evaluated by a jury of top industry professionals. Winning an award opens doors to new career opportunities, increased brand visibility, and valuable industry connections.

Designers are encouraged to submit their entries by November 3rd, 2024. A 20% late fee will apply until this date. For more information on submission guidelines, categories, and benefits, please visit globalfootwearawards.com.