- CEO
- Robert Y. Greenberg
- Full Time Employees
- 10,100
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Footwear & Accessories
- Address
- 228 Manhattan Beach Boulevard Manhattan Beach CA United States of America 90266
- IPO Date
- Jun 9, 1999
- Business
- Skechers U.S.A., Inc. is a global footwear and apparel company primarily engaged in the design, development, marketing, and distribution of lifestyle and performance footwear for men, women, and children. The company offers a broad portfolio of products which includes casual shoes, athletic shoes, work footwear, and boots. Key product categories encompass Skechers' signature memory foam and performance footwear lines as well as specialty categories such as sandals and slippers. Skechers operates under multiple brands, serving diverse segments including sport, casual, and work/lifestyle markets. The company serves consumers through its wholesale channels, including department and specialty stores, and a direct-to-consumer platform via retail stores and e-commerce. Founded in 1992, Skechers is headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, and operates globally with significant presence across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Recent developments include strategic expansion in digital and direct-to-consumer channels to enhance online sales and brand engagement. Skechers has also launched new athletic and performance products targeting emerging trends in health and fitness footwear. The company emphasizes partnerships with global distributors and has undertaken investments to enhance sustainability practices within its supply chain. Notably, in the last one to two years, Skechers has increased focus on innovation in materials and design to capture market share in competitive segments such as running and walking shoes. There have been no major rebrandings or name changes recently; however, the company continues to strengthen its global operations through geographic expansions and product diversification initiatives aimed at increasing its market footprint.
Skechers operates within the footwear and apparel industry, targeting a broad customer base ranging from athletes to casual wearers across multiple geographic markets including the United States, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions. It caters to retail consumers, wholesalers, and specialty chains. The company structure includes subsidiaries and joint ventures that support its global operations, with headquarters located in Manhattan Beach, California.
This description provides a focused, formal presentation of Skechers’ product offerings and recent strategic moves, aligned with financial database standards.