Industry Interview | Snkrs Day https://www.snkrsday.com/tag/industry-interview/ Sneakers News. Culture. Community. Tue, 15 May 2018 13:08:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://www.snkrsday.com/images/cropped-nk-favicon.png?32-32 Industry Interview | Snkrs Day https://www.snkrsday.com/tag/industry-interview/ 32 32 Industry Interview: Justin Kittredge Talks Reebok & Starting ISlide https://www.snkrsday.com/industry-interview-justin-kittredge-taks-reebok-starting-islide/ https://www.snkrsday.com/industry-interview-justin-kittredge-taks-reebok-starting-islide/#respond Fri, 18 Oct 2013 20:32:59 +0000 https://www.snkrsday.com/?p=341223

The email signature for Justin Kittredge reads “President, CEO and Janitor” for his new company, ISlide. Those three titles speak…

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Industry Interview: Paul Rivera Talks Building Brands from LeBron to Beats by Dre https://www.snkrsday.com/industry-interview-paul-rivera-talks-building-brands-from-lebron-to-beats-by-dre/ https://www.snkrsday.com/industry-interview-paul-rivera-talks-building-brands-from-lebron-to-beats-by-dre/#comments Wed, 11 Sep 2013 16:10:09 +0000 https://www.snkrsday.com/?p=331077 Despite a decorated resume and success in numerous high profile fields, Paul Rivera could easily tell you he's never worked a day in his life. He's also never looked for a job. The New York native honed a love for hoops running in the city parks, eventually playing professional basketball just south of sunny San Juan. While his roundball relationships would pave the way for his future success, it was his moves off the court that would help land him leadership roles with Nike Basketball and the LeBron James signature shoe line to his current gig at Beats by Dre. So, how'd the former hoops pro crossover in three incredibly competitive industries without missing a bounce? Check out this installment of Industry Interview to find out.

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Industry Interview: Juice Rodriguez of adidas Originals https://www.snkrsday.com/industry-interview-juice-rodriguez-of-adidas-originals/ https://www.snkrsday.com/industry-interview-juice-rodriguez-of-adidas-originals/#comments Tue, 20 Aug 2013 18:18:46 +0000 https://www.snkrsday.com/?p=323325

Working in the sneaker industry is a dream for many young people. For Jusepet "Juice" Rodriguez, it's a reality. At only 23 years old, Juice ranks as one of the youngest in the game, working as National Account Marketing Specialist for adidas Originals. We caught up with Juice to hear his started-from-the-bottom story in this Industry Interview.

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Industry Interview: Taka Hayashi Talks Vans Vault https://www.snkrsday.com/industry-interview-taka-hayashi/ https://www.snkrsday.com/industry-interview-taka-hayashi/#comments Tue, 06 Aug 2013 21:13:53 +0000 https://www.snkrsday.com/?p=319882 Industry Interview

Industry Interview

Boasting a resume built off range and refined styling, Taka Hayashi is not one to brag. The humble designer has been a fixture in footwear, streetwear and skateboarding for years, with his recent work for Vans gaining acclaim for shifted silos and depth in genre. As Vans Vault celebrates ten-years of premium product and prepares for another season of shoes, we caught up with Taka to discuss his time with Vans Vault, his favorite collaborations and his approach to design. Get Taka's take on the following topics in this installment of Industry Interview.

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