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THE INNOVATIVE RETAIL SHOW
Join our incredible community of footwear exhibitors & retailers at the industry’s newest premier trade show.
Buy & sell shoes the old-fashioned way: In a fun relaxed setting with your favorite shoe people early in the season. Come together with top retailers, brands, & decision makers showcasing the best in the business.
Our mission is to move the industry forward by bringing us all together under one roof. We are creating a new inclusive culture for footwear brands & retailers. The IR Show is more than just a trade show. It’s a place where we can connect and strengthen the industry we all love.
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Testimonials
"The IR show is the next big show in the industry. The layout is amazing for vendors and the shopping is great for customers. San Diego is beautiful, travel is easy and the airport is so close to the convention center, so easy as a vendor and a buyer.
We have been through so much as an industry and we need another big show to get all retailers and vendors under one roof. This show is it but we have to support this show,. Vendors need to see more retailers and retailers need to see more vendors so we need to all come together and support this show because our industry needs it.
On a personal side, I made so many great connections at this last show that will last a lifetime, in a world where everything has gone so digital I really think it’s crucial that we all get out, see new things, talk to our peers and enjoy the journey!! "
- Dave Astobiza - President, Sole Desire Shoes Santa Rosa, CA / Owner, Biza Shoe Co.
"Having just returned from the January IR show in San Diego I can’t say enough about this show. You are welcomed into every booth, and someone is there to walk you through the line even if they are not your rep. It is also a very bright and very open venue.
The cocktail hour after the show hours is a great way to meet other retailers from around the country and maybe pick up on something they are doing that may help your business. As someone who has a store in the Midwest it is well worth traveling the distance for this show.”
- Bill Golden – Owner, Golden Shoes Traverse City, MI
“Speaking as both a retailer and a vendor, I cannot recommend the IR show enough. Our retail buying team was able to efficiently shop a variety of vendors. Our wholesale sales team was the busiest we have ever been, meeting with both important existing customers and new ones. This was by far our best show ever.
The show location is unparalleled with hotels and restaurants all within a few blocks from the show. Plus…San Diego is incredible any time of year.”
- Josh Habre - President, The Shoe MillPortland OR / Owner, Ziera Shoes
“Thanks for a great IR show. This was my best and most attended show that I can remember. I had 29 booked appointments (which all showed up) and 5 stop ins that wanted to work.
I was booked from 8:00 am through 5:00 the first 2 days and 8:00 to 3:00 the last day. It would take 3-4 weeks of travel to cover this many accounts!
Not to mention how great the venue was. The space felt as if we were outside. The light and energy in the hall made for a positive shopping environment."
- Patrick Percoski - Sales Rep Clarks USA
“The IR show was in a beautiful bright venue that allowed for a highly productive buying trip. The panel discussions were informative and personal.
Surrounded by great restaurants and hotels, San Diego makes for a perfect host city. This fast-growing shoe show attracted great vendors and the top retailers in the country."
- Garrett Breton - President, Comfort One ShoesWashington, DC
"I just wanted to thank you to you and Gary for putting on such a great show. It was literally the most effective and productive trade show that I have ever attended. The nature of things was so concise and focused and I was able to establish new relationships, along with new programs with existing brands.
Everyone at the show was accessible and easy to talk to, and it didn't hurt that so many sales managers, CEO's and other executives were on site to hear my ideas, and even approve them right on the spot!
Great work and I can't wait for the next one! "
- Victor Yameen - CEO, Ruze, Inc Montclair, Ca
“If your shop curates for comfort and style, the IR Show in San Diego can’t be missed.
The footwear and accessories are easy to see in the well-lit venue and San Diego itself is a delight to visit.”
- Sydney Mitchell - CEO & Shameless Shoe Hussy, Shoefly Management Inc.
(Shoefly Oregon & Shoefly Alaska)
The IR Show is here to stay, and a true "West Coast Shoe Show"!
The IR Show has it all, from the best brands in the industry and retailers. Gary, Linda, and Bobbi have managed to take such a grandiose event and still make it feel authentic and intimate. They still manage to make it feel like family...a shoe family.
2016, was my first experience exhibiting at the IR Show in the halls of a hotel. I feel so fortunate and privileged to witness this show evolve to where it is today. The best part... it's still just getting started! I always welcome everyone to join in and witness the magic.
You'll feel like "home", and you'll enjoy the "conversations and cocktails with Gary"! See you at the next show, baby!"
- Melissa Solano – Sales Rep Vionic Shoes
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