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NextGen Footwear: Legacy, Leadership & Looking Ahead

NextGen Footwear: Legacy, Leadership & Looking Ahead8. Juli 202549 Min.

What happens when the next generation returns to the family shoe store — not just to help, but to lead? In this episode, Pete Mohr is joined by Abba Carmichael (Abba Dabba’s), Jake Humphreys (Humphreys Bootery), and Keegan Keel (K&D Shoes) — three independent retailers shaping the future of footwear. They get honest about: → Why they left the business — and what brought them back → Challenges of stepping into leadership while earning team trust → How they’re balan...