Dansko

TRANSITIONS: Dansko CEO Jim Fox Transitions to Executive Chairman; Dansko Promotes Kitty Bolinger to President

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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WEST GROVE, Pa., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dansko, the award-winning comfort footwear brand, announced today the promotion of Kitty Bolinger to President effective Tuesday, September 5th.

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  • WEST GROVE, Pa., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dansko, the award-winning comfort footwear brand, announced today the promotion of Kitty Bolinger to President effective Tuesday, September 5th.
  • Bolinger, currently Dansko's Executive VP of Sales & Marketing, brings more than 36 years of footwear industry experience in developing emerging and iconic brands.
  • Concurrently, Dansko's current Chief Executive Officer, Jim Fox, will transition to the newly established role of Executive Chairman.
  • In 2012, Jim successfully transitioned Dansko to 100% employee ownership before eventually succeeding Dansko's co-founder, Mandy Cabot, as CEO in 2019.

Dansko Celebrates National Nurses Week

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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WEST GROVE, Pa., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of National Nurses Week, Dansko is thrilled to show additional appreciation for nurses' hard work and dedication. Throughout this week-long celebration Dansko will be giving away 500 pairs of various shoe styles to healthcare workers at events across the nation. From their adjustable sneakers to their light-weight clogs and mules, Dansko will be providing healthcare workers with their legendary comfort and support.

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  • WEST GROVE, Pa., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of National Nurses Week, Dansko is thrilled to show additional appreciation for nurses' hard work and dedication.
  • Throughout this week-long celebration Dansko will be giving away 500 pairs of various shoe styles to healthcare workers at events across the nation.
  • "Dansko revolutionized the healthcare industry over 30 years ago with our Professional clog," said Kitty Bolinger, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dansko.
  • National Nurses Week is a special time to recognize and appreciate our nurses and give back to those that give so much."

Dansko Continues Commitment to a Better Tomorrow with Launch of New Dayna Sandal

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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WEST GROVE, Pa., May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for Spring, Dansko, the iconic footwear brand known for its comfort, support, and style,  announces the launch of its new Dayna sandal featuring a Vibram ECOSTEP EVO rubber outsole, made with a minimum of 30% recycled rubber. The design and construction of Dayna reflects Dansko's connection to nature and delivers a sustainable go-to sandal for everyday wear. "Dansko is thrilled to partner with Vibram on our new Dayna sandal as we carry out our mission and make design decisions that contribute to a better tomorrow," said Kitty Bolinger, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dansko. 

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  • The design and construction of Dayna reflects Dansko's connection to nature and delivers a sustainable go-to sandal for everyday wear.
  • "Dansko is thrilled to partner with Vibram on our new Dayna sandal as we carry out our mission and make design decisions that contribute to a better tomorrow," said Kitty Bolinger, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dansko.
  • The Dayna is available in a variety of colors and sizes for women.
  • It is both casual and classic making it the perfect sandal for walking on a beach, leaving a workout class, or simply running errands.

Braskem Supplies I'm green™ Bio-Based EVA for new Dansko Footwear Line

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021
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Our relationship with Dansko exemplifies this, as they introduce theirnew Kane clog which is made from over 50%Braskem's I'm green bio-based EVA.

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  • Our relationship with Dansko exemplifies this, as they introduce theirnew Kane clog which is made from over 50%Braskem's I'm green bio-based EVA.
  • The Kane clog is the first Dansko product to be made withover 50% ofBraskem's carbon negative I'm green bio-based EVA.
  • Jim Fox, CEO of Dansko stated, "Dansko shoes are for people who strive to get the most from life.
  • For those who want to adopt Green EVA into a new product concept, it is ideal for use in footwear, toys, general foams and much more.